Island, Barbados
Barbados weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Barbados
Dec–May is dry and breezy, and busiest. Jun–Nov is hotter and wetter, with hurricane risk Aug–Oct; Crop Over festival peaks in early August.
Barbados weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan25°34 mm
- Feb25°19 mm
- Mar25°19 mm
- Apr26°28 mm
- May26°51 mm
- Jun26°72 mm
- Jul27°74 mm
- Aug27°95 mm
- Sep27°98 mm
- Oct27°132 mm
- Nov26°107 mm
- Dec26°49 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C77°F | 24°C76°F | 34 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| February | 25°C77°F | 24°C75°F | 19 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| March | 25°C77°F | 24°C75°F | 19 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| April | 26°C78°F | 25°C76°F | 28 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| May | 26°C79°F | 25°C78°F | 51 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| June | 26°C80°F | 26°C78°F | 72 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| July | 27°C80°F | 26°C78°F | 74 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| August | 27°C80°F | 26°C79°F | 95 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| September | 27°C81°F | 26°C79°F | 98 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| October | 27°C81°F | 26°C79°F | 132 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| November | 26°C80°F | 26°C78°F | 107 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| December | 26°C79°F | 25°C77°F | 49 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Barbados?
Dec–May. Dec–May is dry and breezy, and busiest. Jun–Nov is hotter and wetter, with hurricane risk Aug–Oct; Crop Over festival peaks in early August.
When is the rainy season in Barbados?
Rain peaks in October with about 132 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Barbados?
September, with average highs of 27°C (81°F).
How cold does Barbados get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 24°C (75°F).
More about Barbados
Going to Barbados solo?
SoloSquare is where travelers, nomads and locals in Barbados meet up for small plans: coffee, dinners, walks and day trips. Join one, or start your own in a minute.
Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Visit Barbados
- Grantley Adams International Airport
- Barbados Welcome Stamp (Government of Barbados)
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.