Climate and Weather of the Bahamas
The Bahamas have a tropical monsoon climate, with a hot and wet season and a cooler dry season. The climate is somewhat moderated by the warm waters of the Gulf Stream. Throughout the year, temperatures in the Bahamas range between 24°C and 32°C. The hottest months are July and August, with temperatures around 32°C.
Hurricane Season and Rainfall
The chance of tropical storms is highest in August and September; however, hurricane season officially runs from June to November. The rain during these months may be heavy but is usually of short duration.
Best Time to Visit the Bahamas
The best period to visit the Bahamas is during the drier months of December, January, February, March, and April. During these months, temperatures are more pleasant compared to summer, and the chance of tropical rains and storms is lower.
Winter Temperatures
During the months of December, January, and February, the average temperature is around 25°C. Keep in mind that temperatures in the northern islands are a few degrees lower than in the south of the Bahamas.
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Please select the city you plan to visit, or one closest to your destination. For each selected city, you will see the following graphs:
1. Yearly average minimum and maximum temperatures
2. Monthly averages of precipitation throughout the year (rainfall, snow etc)
3. Monthly average hours of sunshine throughout the year
Additionally, some pages provide historical weather data such as humidity, wind speed, and water temperature.
