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Americas · CaribbeanDetailed guideBritish Overseas Territory in the Caribbean
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The British Overseas Territory of Montserrat is an island in the Caribbean, south-east of Puerto Rico.
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The people of Montserrat all speak English (British variety), albeit with a local accent.
No vaccinations are required to enter Montserrat unless coming from a country that has suffered a cholera or yellow fever epidemic.
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Traffic drives on the left. Montserrat has one main two-lane road that winds along the coast on the east and west sides of the island. Cars can be rented from several businesses.
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Calculated from climate averages: mild daytime highs and lower rainfall. It does not account for festivals, crowds or prices.
Average conditions in Plymouth
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. high | 27° | 26° | 26° | 27° | 28° | 28° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 27° |
| Avg. low | 26° | 25° | 25° | 26° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 27° | 26° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 37 | 25 | 32 | 46 | 83 | 76 | 97 | 112 | 122 | 157 | 113 | 62 |
| Humidity | 76% | 75% | 75% | 76% | 78% | 78% | 78% | 79% | 78% | 78% | 78% | 77% |
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We do not label countries as safe or unsafe. Below is the official advice from two governments, with the date it was last updated. Always read the full advice before you travel.
US Department of State
Level 1 of 4Exercise normal precautions
Exercise normal precautionin Montserrat. Montserrat is generally a safe destination for travelers. Montserrat regularly experiences hurricanes. Review our information on Weather and Natural Disasters in Montserrat. Soufrière Hills volcano The Soufrière Hills volcano has been active since 1995. The last major volcanic activity occurred in 2010. There are 5 exclusion zones around the volcano. Visitors must obtain special permission to enter the most restricted zone in southern Montserrat. Do not enter these zones without a special permit. Review our Travel Guidance for Montserrat to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.
UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
No advice against travel. Read the full advice before you go.
Montserrat is a British Overseas Territory, so there is no British Embassy and the Montserrat authorities will support you if you need help. Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to: see general advice for women travellers read our guide on disability and travel abroad see general advice for LGBT+ travellers read about safety for solo and independent travel see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad Travel insurance If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency. About FCDO travel advice The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides advice about risks of travel to help you make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice. Get travel advice updates Sign up to get email notifications when this travel advice is updated. Follow FCDO: travel advice on X travel advice on Facebook Travel Aware on Instagram
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