Bahamas

Bahamas Weather in May

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

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Nassau Freeport George Town Marsh Harbour

Planning a trip to the Bahamas this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Bahamas in May

May in the Bahamas generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Nassau.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cherokee Sound with an average of 81 mm (3.2 in) to high rainfall in West End with 104 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Nassau typically receives 270 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Bahamas by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Bahamas — and find the best time to visit. (based on Nassau)

January25°C (77°F) February25°C (77°F) March25°C (77°F) April26°C (79°F) May27°C (81°F) This monthJune29°C (84°F) July30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October29°C (84°F) November27°C (81°F) December26°C (79°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Bahamas in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Bahamas.

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 May for some of the most popular destinations in the Bahamas?

Temperature range in the Bahamas (May)

Precipitation variation in the Bahamas (May)

Nassau

In May Nassau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
270 hours
231 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
14 days
19 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Nassau →

Freeport

In May Freeport generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
280 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
12 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Freeport →

George Town

In May George Town generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in George Town →

Marsh Harbour

In May Marsh Harbour generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
13 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Marsh Harbour →

Governorʼs Harbour

In May Governorʼs Harbour generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
14 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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In our records: the Bahamas May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in the Bahamas in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest May day in the Bahamas brought 304 mm (12 in) in Paradise Island on May 14, 2022.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nassau 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Freeport 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
George Town 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Marsh Harbour 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Alice Town 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Andros Town 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)

The Bahamas weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Bahamas in May?

Expect perfect weather across the Bahamas in May. The popular destination of Nassau averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Bahamas in May?

Average temperatures in the Bahamas during May range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Nassau.

Does the Bahamas get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Bahamas during May, with Nassau averaging close to 85 mm (3.3 in).

Is May a Good 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 unpleasant weather conditions.

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