Capital city in New Providence, Bahamas
Nassau weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Nassau
Dec–Apr is dry and warm, and busiest. May–Nov is hot and humid with hurricane risk Aug–Oct; cruise ships crowd downtown most days.
Nassau weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan24°38 mm
- Feb24°33 mm
- Mar24°40 mm
- Apr25°61 mm
- May26°127 mm
- Jun28°162 mm
- Jul29°130 mm
- Aug29°154 mm
- Sep29°164 mm
- Oct28°119 mm
- Nov26°68 mm
- Dec25°40 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C74°F | 22°C72°F | 38 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| February | 24°C75°F | 22°C72°F | 33 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| March | 24°C75°F | 23°C73°F | 40 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| April | 25°C77°F | 24°C75°F | 61 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| May | 26°C80°F | 25°C78°F | 127 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C83°F | 27°C81°F | 162 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| July | 29°C84°F | 28°C83°F | 130 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| August | 29°C85°F | 28°C83°F | 154 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| September | 29°C84°F | 28°C83°F | 164 mm | 77% | Rainy |
| October | 28°C82°F | 27°C81°F | 119 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| November | 26°C79°F | 25°C77°F | 68 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| December | 25°C76°F | 24°C74°F | 40 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
Best months across Bahamas
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Nassau | Dec–Apr | Aug (29°C) |
| Exuma | Nov–May | Aug (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Nassau?
Dec–Apr. Dec–Apr is dry and warm, and busiest. May–Nov is hot and humid with hurricane risk Aug–Oct; cruise ships crowd downtown most days.
When is the rainy season in Nassau?
Rain peaks in September with about 164 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun, Aug–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Nassau?
August, with average highs of 29°C (85°F).
How cold does Nassau get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 22°C (72°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Bahamas Ministry of Tourism
- Lynden Pindling International Airport
- Doctors Hospital
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. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.