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Bridgetown Climate by Month

The capital of Barbados in the Caribbean, Bridgetown, is home to just under 100,000 inhabitants. The city offers several tourist attractions. The best time to visit Bridgetown is from December to June, when there is less rainfall. Temperatures in Bridgetown are consistently high throughout the year.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Bridgetown remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C in September, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 27°C during cooler months like February. At night, temperatures typically average around 25°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Bridgetown is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1122 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, October receives heavy rainfall, averaging 164 mm of precipitation, recorded across 15 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less rainfall, with 34 mm over 8 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

While the amount of sunshine in Bridgetown varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 9.0 hours of daily sun in March, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in January, with about 7.2 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Bridgetown ranges from 27°C in January to 29°C in September.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Bridgetown in Barbados

The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, April and May.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Bridgetown?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in August and October.
  • Which is the hottest month in Bridgetown?
    September has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Bridgetown?
    The coolest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 27°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Bridgetown?
    October tops the wettest month list with 164 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Bridgetown?
    February is the driest month with 34 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Bridgetown?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 271 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Bridgetown

    Thu   Nov 21
    31°C | 28°C
    SE 22 km/h
    0.8 mm
    broken clouds and slight rain

    broken clouds and slight rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    31°C | 27°C
    E 22 km/h
    4.6 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    31°C | 27°C
    E 25 km/h
    7.2 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder