Live WBGT for Frederiksted, the cruise town on St. Croix's west end. This is the island's drier, often hotter side, quiet, historic, and sun-exposed along the waterfront, so the live band is worth a look before you spend the day outside.
Last updated July 9, 2026 · Live data refreshes every 15 min
Frederiksted is St. Croix's second town: a quiet, colorful waterfront anchored byFort Frederik and a cruise pier that brings visitors straight onto exposed, sun-struck streets. The west end sees less rainfall than the north shore, and on many afternoons less cloud and breeze, so it tends to carry a higher heat load than Christiansted.
The island's warm, dry corner
Where Christiansted usually catches a north-shore breeze, Frederiksted's west-facing waterfront can sit calmer and sunnier in the afternoon, and the surrounding open, low-lying land heats readily. The pier and waterfront are full exposure; the shaded side streets and the tamarind-lined areas offer some relief. When cruise ships are in, visitors step off unacclimatized into some of the island's hotter conditions.
Staying ahead of it
Cruise visitors should pace the waterfront walking and seek shade and cool interiors early, see the tourist heat guide.
Carry water and reapply sunscreen; the open waterfront offers little cover.
Outdoor workers and vendors on the pier and streets should key rest and water off the live band.
Beach days at the nearby west-end beaches are full sun, treat them as full exposure.
Local tip. Frederiksted rewards an early or late outing. When the afternoon turns calm and bright on the west end, the map is your friend, favor shade and the cooler hours.
For the whole island, including Christiansted and the open interior, seeSt. Croix WBGT, or pin your exact location on thelive map.
Frequently asked questions
What is the WBGT in Frederiksted right now?
The live card on this page shows current WBGT for Frederiksted, updated every 15 minutes. The west end of St. Croix tends to be drier and can run hotter than the north shore, especially on the exposed waterfront and cruise pier.
Why does Frederiksted feel hotter than Christiansted?
Frederiksted sits on St. Croix’s drier west end, which sees less rainfall and, on many afternoons, less cloud and breeze than the north shore. Its open waterfront, pier, and quiet sun-exposed streets add to the load.