Nassau Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Nassau.

Climate overview of Nassau

With over two hundred thousand inhabitants, Nassau is the largest city in the Caribbean. Nassau has a tropical savanna climate with warm winters that are pretty dry and warm summers with reasonable amounts of precipitation. After heavy rain the sky usually clears quickly and you can go back and enjoy the beach.

Nassau Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nassau - and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in Nassau

The temperature in Nassau remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 30°C (86°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 25°C (77°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 27°C (81°F) in August to 22°C (72°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Nassau

Nassau has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1007 mm (40 in) of rainfall annually. Nassau can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 148 mm (5.8 in) of precipitation over 23 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (March), you will experience much drier conditions, with 40 mm (1.6 in) of precipitation spread across 9 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Nassau Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine Hours in Nassau

Nassau experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 9.2 hours daily sunshine in April, it dips to 7.1 hours in September, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Water Temperature in Nassau

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 23°C (73°F) in January to 28°C (82°F) in June.

Water temperature over the year

Humidity in Nassau by Month

Wind Speed in Nassau

Best Time to Visit Nassau

For comfortable weather, consider visiting Nassau in January, February, March, April, May, November and December. Conditions are usually least favourable in August and September.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

  • Best overall: January, February, March, April, May, November and December
  • Warmest weather: June, July, August, September and October
  • Most sunshine: April, May, July and August
  • Fewest rainy days: March and April
  • Best for swimming: Any time of year. The sea stays pleasantly warm year-round.

Frequently asked questions about the climate in Nassau

What is the best time to visit Nassau?

January, February, March, April, May, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Nassau. In contrast, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.

What temperatures can I expect in Nassau?

Daytime highs range from 25°C (77°F) in January to 30°C (86°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 22°C (72°F) to 27°C (81°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.

How much rain does Nassau get?

Annual rainfall is around 1007 mm (40 in). September is the wettest month with 148 mm (5.8 in), while March is the driest with 40 mm (1.6 in).

How sunny is Nassau?

Nassau receives around 2,892 hours of sunshine per year. April is the sunniest month with 276 hours, while September is the cloudiest with just 213 hours. Overall, Nassau enjoys abundant sunshine.

Nassau 3-Day Forecast

Nassau 3-Day Forecast

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