The word caste is actually a corrupted Portuguese word. The more useful term for sociological groupings is Jati.. Jati as used in South Asia is a very close fit to the definition of people group..
Water temperatures in the Virgin Islands do not change greatly from summer to winter, however the 4 or 5 degree change is noticeable to those acclimated to consistently warm tropical weather. In the summer months the water temperature is about 83 degrees and in the winter about 79 degrees.
A recent trip to St. Thomas in December found the island with warm temperatures, nearly clear skies and no rain. Anyone planning a trip to the Virgin Islands will find the risk of bad weather at a low point from December through June, while the highest risk is during the months of late summer and early fall. > Category: Climate