Yes we were there Jan 5-20. First week the winds were screaming, second week down to a steady 20-25, up to 30.

Jan 8 we sailed north side of Tortola from Diamond Cay to Monkey Point, then on to Marina Cay in a steady 33 kts (gusting upwards to 36) on a double reefed main and a blade of a jib. Exciting sailing to say the least. And our 2 deck hands were 19 year old girls. No room for error in those winds.

I love snorkeling and didn't even attempt snorkeling until the last few days, just too much wind, chop and current.

Our first time there in the winter, and by far prefer the water in the summer. After experiencing the Southern Caribbean last year, now have a penchant to go back!