Nassau Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Nassau’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the Bahamas.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Nassau enjoys a stable climate with temperatures staying pretty much the same throughout the year. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C in August to a warm 25°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 22°C in January.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Nassau by month:
The coldest temperatures are usually recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest temperatures occur near 3 PM, at the peak of the sun's warmth. August, the city’s warmest month, receives 267 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, receives about 49 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 13 days. For more information, please visit our Nassau Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in the Bahamas Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across the Bahamas. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Nassau Temperatures Compared World Wide
Nassau’s average annual maximum temperature is 27°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
Glasgow, Scotland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 13°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual temperature is 18°C, featuring distinct seasons.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Nassau, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 78% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 25°C. In the warmest month, August, the humidity is 79% combined with an average maximum temperature of 30°C, which creates a high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Global Warming and Its Effects
Climate change is affecting worldwide temperatures, including in Nassau. It has massive impacts on both local and global levels:
- Global Temperature Rise: The average global land and sea temperatures have risen by about 1.2°C since pre-industrial times.
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Local Impacts: Most regions of the world are witnessing warmer winters with fewer frost and snowfall days. The global frequency and severity of heatwaves have increased. For example, Europe's summers of 2018, 2019, and 2020 all broke records. Summers are also becoming drier; however, during winter, inland regions have experienced increased rainfall. This has caused elevated river levels and more cases of flooding.
Many countries are experiencing earlier springs and later autumns. This is why some bird species have shifted their migration dates.
For more detailed information about Nassau’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Nassau climate page.
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