St. Kitts is 23 miles long and 5 miles across at its widest, encompassing an area of 68 square miles. The island's highest point is Mt. Liamuiga , at 3,792 feet. Nevis , the smaller island, lies to the south and is approximately 7 miles in diameter, covering a total of 36 square miles.
Climate:
Yearly average temperature is 79 degrees; annual rainfall averages 55 inches; humidity is low, and constant northeast trade winds keep the islands cool.
ST. KITTS
St. Kitts Tourism Authority
Pelican Mall, Bay Road
P.O. Box 132
Basseterre, St. Kitts, W.I.
Tel: 869-465-4040
