Eleuthera Island Weather in May

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

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Governorʼs Harbour Harbour Island North Palmetto Point

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

What to Expect in Eleuthera Island in May

Eleuthera Island , the Bahamas is a region in the Bahamas. May in Eleuthera Island generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Governorʼs Harbour.

For specific regional insights in Eleuthera Island , the Bahamas, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 84 mm (3.3 in) in Governorʼs Harbour.

Explore Eleuthera Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Eleuthera Island — and find the best time to visit. (based on Governorʼs Harbour)

January25°C (77°F) February25°C (77°F) March25°C (77°F) April26°C (79°F) May27°C (81°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly30°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 Eleuthera Island in May

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

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 Eleuthera Island

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Eleuthera Island , the Bahamas?

Temperature range in Eleuthera Island (May)

Precipitation variation in Eleuthera Island (May)

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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Harbour Island

In May Harbour Island 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
53 mm (2.1 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
14 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Harbour Island →

North Palmetto Point

In May North Palmetto Point 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
49 mm (1.9 in)
83 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 Eleuthera Island in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Governorʼs Harbour 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Harbour Island 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
North Palmetto Point 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)

Eleuthera Island weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Eleuthera Island , the Bahamas in May?

May in Eleuthera Island , the Bahamas brings perfect weather. In Governorʼs Harbour, daytime temperatures are typically around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Eleuthera Island , the Bahamas in May?

Average temperatures in Eleuthera Island , the Bahamas during May range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Governorʼs Harbour.

Does Eleuthera Island , the Bahamas get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Eleuthera Island , the Bahamas during May, with Governorʼs Harbour averaging close to 84 mm (3.3 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Eleuthera Island , the Bahamas?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Eleuthera Island , the Bahamas. Typically, the climate in Governorʼs Harbour is perfect. 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 Governorʼs Harbour. The weather in August and September, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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