Nassau, Bahamas Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Nassau
Nassau has a tropical wet-and-dry climate, marked by year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season. Average daytime highs range from about 76°F (24°C) in January to around 87°F (31°C) in August, and the city records roughly 168 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: August - highs near 87°F (31°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 76°F (24°C)
- Record high: 94°F (34°C) · Record low: 58°F (14°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: October (19 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (12.2 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical wet-and-dry - year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on August. Highs average 87°F (31°C) and overnight lows stay near 81°F (27°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 76°F (24°C) and lows around 70°F (21°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 94°F (34°C) and dropped as low as 58°F (14°C).
Rain, sun and snow
October is usually the wettest month. It brings about 5.1 inches (130 mm) of rain over 19 days, while February is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 12.2 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76° | 70° | 11 | 1.8 in | 9.3 h/day | 71% |
| February | 77° | 71° | 9 | 1.1 in | 10.2 h/day | 71% |
| March | 78° | 71° | 8 | 1.3 in | 10.8 h/day | 68% |
| April | 80° | 74° | 12 | 1.9 in | 11.5 h/day | 70% |
| May | 82° | 76° | 16 | 4.3 in | 11.2 h/day | 74% |
| June | 85° | 79° | 19 | 3.4 in | 11.2 h/day | 77% |
| July | 87° | 81° | 17 | 2.5 in | 12.2 h/day | 72% |
| August | 87° | 81° | 18 | 3.4 in | 11.6 h/day | 73% |
| September | 86° | 80° | 18 | 3.7 in | 11.0 h/day | 74% |
| October | 83° | 78° | 19 | 5.1 in | 9.9 h/day | 74% |
| November | 81° | 75° | 11 | 2.2 in | 9.5 h/day | 72% |
| December | 78° | 72° | 10 | 2.0 in | 8.9 h/day | 73% |
Nassau month by month
Nassau weather in January
January brings highs around 76°F (24°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), about 11 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Nassau.
Nassau weather in February
February brings highs around 77°F (25°C), lows near 71°F (21°C), about 9 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Nassau.
Nassau weather in March
March brings highs around 78°F (26°C), lows near 71°F (22°C), about 8 wet days.
Nassau weather in April
April brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 12 wet days.
Nassau weather in May
May brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 16 wet days.
Nassau weather in June
June brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 79°F (26°C), about 19 wet days.
Nassau weather in July
July brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 81°F (27°C), about 17 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Nassau.
Nassau weather in August
August brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 81°F (27°C), about 18 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Nassau.
Nassau weather in September
September brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 80°F (27°C), about 18 wet days.
Nassau weather in October
October brings highs around 83°F (29°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 19 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Nassau.
Nassau weather in November
November brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 11 wet days.
Nassau weather in December
December brings highs around 78°F (26°C), lows near 72°F (22°C), about 10 wet days.
Seasons in Nassau
March through May
March through May in Nassau is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 80°F (27°C) and nights around 74°F (23°C); expect showers on roughly 36 days across the season.
June through August
June through August in Nassau is hot, with daytime highs averaging 86°F (30°C) and nights around 80°F (27°C); expect showers on roughly 55 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
September through November
September through November in Nassau brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 83°F (29°C) and nights around 78°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 47 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Nassau is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 77°F (25°C) and nights around 71°F (22°C); expect showers on roughly 30 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Nassau
The best time to visit Nassau is generally November to April, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 78°F (26°C).
Pack for Nassau with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - August nights average 81°F (27°C).
Nassau temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.