Bahamas

Bahamas Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Bahamas in December.

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Nassau Freeport George Town Marsh Harbour

Planning a journey to the Bahamas this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Bahamas in December

December in the Bahamas generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 25°C (77°F) in Green Turtle Cay to 27°C (81°F) in Abraham Bay. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Abraham Bay and 22°C (72°F) in Green Turtle Cay.

For a closer look at conditions across the Bahamas, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in George Town with an average of 46 mm (1.8 in) to moderate rainfall in West End with 62 mm (2.4 in).

Average sunshine

December brings good sunshine to many areas. Nassau sees around 214 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in the Bahamas in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Bahamas

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in the Bahamas?

Temperature range in the Bahamas (December)

Precipitation variation in the Bahamas (December)

Nassau

In December Nassau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
222 hours
214 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nassau →

Freeport

In December Freeport generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
216 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Freeport →

George Town

In December George Town generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in George Town →

Marsh Harbour

In December Marsh Harbour generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Marsh Harbour →

Governorʼs Harbour

In December Governorʼs Harbour generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Governorʼs Harbour →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Bahamas in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nassau 26°C (79°F) 23°C (73°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Freeport 25°C (77°F) 22°C (72°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
George Town 26°C (79°F) 24°C (75°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Marsh Harbour 25°C (77°F) 22°C (72°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Alice Town 25°C (77°F) 22°C (72°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Andros Town 26°C (79°F) 22°C (72°F) 50 mm (2 in)

The Bahamas weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Bahamas in December?

In December, the Bahamas generally has perfect weather conditions. Nassau sees daytime temperatures near 26°C (79°F), with nights cooling to roughly 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in the Bahamas in December?

Daytime temperatures in Nassau peak at roughly 26°C (79°F) in December, dropping to about 23°C (73°F) overnight.

Does the Bahamas get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in the Bahamas. Nassau averages only about 50 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Bahamas?

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to the Bahamas. Typically, the climate in Nassau is perfect.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, November and December provide perfect weather in Nassau. On the other hand, the weather in August and September tend to be unpleasant.

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