The climate of Bahamas

The current climate in Bahamas features temperatures ranging from a high of 33°C to a low of 27°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 30°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 20°C and in the warmer months around 26°C.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Bahamas.

Temperature records

The highest temperature recorded in Bahamas in recent years was 56°C in October 2015. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 19°C in February 2015.

Rainfall amount

On average, Bahamas receives 1611 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.

The hurricane season in Bahamas runs from June to November.

The climate in Bahamas is based on weather data from Nassau. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Bahamas to get the full picture of the climate.

Best time to visit Bahamas?

The best time to go for a sun holiday to Bahamas is January through April and December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Bahamas. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.

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Climate Table of Bahamas

The climate table of Bahamas shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.

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Temp. max (°C) 27 28 28 29 30 32 33 33 32 31 29 27
Temp. min (°C) 20 21 21 23 24 26 27 27 26 25 23 21
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Precipitation (mm) 53 39 47 78 179 232 194 191 166 196 146 90
UV Index 7 8 9 9 9 8 9 9 8 8 7 6

Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.

Temperature charts

These charts display the average temperatures in Bahamas. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Average Temperature per Month in Bahamas

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Yearly Temperature in Bahamas

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Bahamas. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.

Average Precipitation per Month in Bahamas

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Total Yearly Precipitation in Bahamas

UV index chart

This chart shows the average UV index per month in Bahamas. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.

Average UV Index per Month in Bahamas

Weather experiences in Bahamas

The weather in Bahamas is rated an average of 4,5 out of 5 stars by 11 visitors. Have you been to Bahamas? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.

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was here in September Weather experience:Good

The weather was mostly sunny with pleasant temperatures, ideal for outdoor activities. However, there were several days with rain and storms, typical of hurricane season. Beautiful but sometimes changeable weather in the Bahamas.

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was here in November Weather experience:Excellent

November in the Bahamas was sunny and beautiful. The temperature was around 26°C, perfect for beach days. The sea was calm and clear, ideal for swimming. I couldn't have wished for better weather.

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was here in January Weather experience:Good

January in the Bahamas was beautiful, with many sunny days and pleasant temperatures around 24°C. Periodic rain provided some variety. Swimming in the sea was refreshing and enjoyable.

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was here in October Weather experience:Good

Mostly warm and sunny, despite occasional showers, which is normal for autumn. The average daily temperature was around 28°C, perfect beach weather!

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was here in March Weather experience:Excellent

Rarely cloudy or rainy. Pure 5-star experience!

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was here in June Weather experience:Excellent

I loved the warm, crystal clear sea, ideal for swimming and snorkeling. An absolute 5-star weather experience for sun worshippers!

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was here in May Weather experience:Excellent

Ideal for a refreshing dip in the clear blue water. A paradise for sun lovers, an absolute 5-star experience!

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was here in April Weather experience:Excellent

Ideal weather for beach and water activities. It was just perfect!

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was here in August Weather experience:Good

The heat was somewhat overwhelming.

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was here in July Weather experience:Good

Warm and sunny, but sometimes a short unexpected rain shower. Anyway, the snorkeling and time on the beach were great. Despite the occasional rain shower, this is a wonderful place to sunbathe!

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was here in December Weather experience:Good

The Bahamas in December is beautiful, with lots of sunshine and an average temperature of 25°C. We did have a few rain showers, but mostly they were short and refreshing. Great sunshine destination!

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Average weather in Bahamas by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bahamas. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.