Nassau weather in January (New Providence, Bahamas)

Looking to travel to Nassau in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Nassau the weather in January is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 25°C, while night temperatures can drop to 22°C. On average, it features the lowest temperatures of the year but it is still a warm month.

Nassau in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 220 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Nassau. January, February, March, April, May, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Nassau climate page with graphs.

 

Nassau, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 25°C  

Water Temperature 23°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 49 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 78%  

Windspeed 29 km/h  

Sunshine 220 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in the Bahamas in January

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Weather conditions Weather

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Nassau in January?

For visitors traveling to Nassau, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 23°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

9/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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