What’s the climate like in Bahamas?
The current climate of Bahamas features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 33°C during the day to lows of 27°C. 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.
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.
On average, Bahamas receives 1611 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
The hurricane season in Bahamas runs from June to November.
The climate of Bahamas is based on weather data from Nassau. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Bahamas for a 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 good 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.
Climate Table of Bahamas
The climate table of Bahamas shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation 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.
- Average yearly temperature: 30°C
- Highest temperature: 33°C in July and August
- Lowest temperature: 27°C in January and December
- Precipitation: 1611 mm per year, averaging 134 mm per month
- Driest months: 39 mm in February, 47 mm in March and 53 mm in January
- Wettest months: 232 mm in June, 196 mm in October and 194 mm in July
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Weather experiences in Bahamas
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Average Temperature per Month in Bahamas
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Bahamas. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Bahamas
This graph shows how much precipitation Bahamas gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Bahamas
This graph 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.
Yearly Temperature in Bahamas
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Bahamas. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Bahamas
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Bahamas over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
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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The weather was mostly sunny with pleasant temperatures, ideal for outdoor activities. However, there were several days with rain and storms, typical of the hurricane season. Beautiful but sometimes changeable weather in the Bahamas.— This text is automatically translated to English
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 could not have wished for better weather.— This text is automatically translated to English
January in the Bahamas was beautiful, with many sunny days and a pleasant temperature of around 24°C. Periodic rain provided some variety. Swimming in the sea was refreshing and enjoyable.— This text is automatically translated to English
Mostly warm and sunny, despite occasional showers, which is normal for autumn. The average daily temperature was around 28°C, perfect beach weather!— This text is automatically translated to English
Rarely cloudy or rainy. Pure 5-star experience!— This text is automatically translated to English
I loved the warm, crystal-clear sea, ideal for swimming and snorkelling. An absolute 5-star weather experience for sun worshippers!— This text is automatically translated to English
Ideal for a refreshing dip in the clear blue waters. A paradise for sun worshippers, an absolute 5-star experience!— This text is automatically translated to English
Ideal weather for beach and water activities. It was just perfect!— This text is automatically translated to English
The heat was somewhat overwhelming.— This text is automatically translated to English
Warm and sunny, but sometimes a brief unexpected rain shower. Anyway, the snorkelling and time on the beach were great. Despite the occasional rain shower, this is a lovely place to sunbathe!— This text is automatically translated to English
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!— This text is automatically translated to English
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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.
