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Arthur's Town Weather in May

May in Arthur's Town brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 27°C (81°F) and nights around 24°C (75°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 81 mm (3.2 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Arthur's Town in May

You can expect rain on roughly 14 days based on historical data, averaging 81 mm (3.2 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Arthur's Town in May

Weather in Arthur's Town is at its perfect in May. Highs reach 27°C (81°F), while nights settle around 24°C (75°F). Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights are warm at 24°C (75°F). It's worth making sure your accommodation has decent ventilation or air conditioning.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit.

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Arthur's Town Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C (75°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C (81°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 81 mm (3.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  

Daily Historical Temperatures

31-year average (1987-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Arthur's Town typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 27°C (81°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).

Average temperatures in May

Historical weather for Arthur's Town in May

Browse day-by-day weather records for Arthur's Town spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Arthur's Town historical weather extremes in May

Based on 20 years of weather observations in Arthur's Town between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.

  • The hottest May day on record in Arthur's Town reached 38°C (100°F) (May 22, 2024).
  • On May 3, 2006, Arthur's Town saw its coldest May day with temperatures maxing out at 23°C (73°F).
  • The coldest night in May in Arthur's Town was on May 23, 2022, with a minimum of 17°C (63°F).

Best Places in the Bahamas in May

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Arthur's Town in May

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.

What To Do in Arthur's Town in May

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

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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