George Town Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in George Town, Exuma Islands, Bahamas. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Generally, George Town has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 943 mm (37 in) of rainfall annually. However, it does experience a distinct dry season during certain months. Take a look at our detailed charts below to see the seasonal variation.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The seasons in George Town, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 171 mm (6.7 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 19 rainy days.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our George Town Temperature page.

George Town's average annual precipitation is 943 mm (37 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

• "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
• The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
• The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA, over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

For more detailed information about George Town's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our George Town Climate page.