The Bahamas weather in May
Considering a trip to the Bahamas this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in the Bahamas in May?
May in the Bahamas generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C and nighttime temperatures around 25°C in Nassau.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cherokee Sound with an average of 81 mm to high rainfall in West End with 104 mm. Meanwhile, Nassau enjoys approximately 270 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
For specific regional insights in the Bahamas for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our the Bahamas climate page.
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Average weather in Nassau
In May Nassau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Freeport
In May Freeport generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Georgetown
In May Georgetown generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Marsh Harbour
In May Marsh Harbour generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Governorʼs Harbour
In May Governorʼs Harbour generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is May the best time to visit the Bahamas?
We believe that May is one of the best times to visit the Bahamas with overall perfect weather in Nassau. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, May, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Nassau. On the other hand, the months of August and September tend to have tolerable weather conditions.
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