Lifestyle
Bahamas — Living: Climate
Bahamas averages 25.6°C over the year and about 1190 mm of precipitation (national averages for 1991-2020, World Bank Climate Change Knowledge Portal, CRU TS 4.07 data), with August the warmest month and January the coolest.
VerifiedGovernment / official sourceWorld Bank — Climate Change Knowledge Portal (CRU TS 4.07 climate normals, 1991-2020)Last reviewed: 2026-10-18
Key facts
- Average annual temperature: 25.6°C (national average, 1991-2020)
- Warmest month: August, 28.6°C on average
- Coolest month: January, 22.1°C on average
- Average annual precipitation: 1190 mm (1991-2020)
- Wettest month: September, 186 mm on average
- Driest month: January, 44 mm on average
Steps
- Understanding Hurricane Risks — Research the hurricane forecast and understand the risks associated with living in the Bahamas during hurricane season. Consider purchasing hurricane insurance and familiarizing yourself with emergency evacuation procedures.
Costs
- Typical month of essentials for one adult in Bahamas: $3,150
Common mistakes
- Assuming the Bahamas has a dry climate due to its subtropical classification.
- Not researching hurricane risks and evacuation procedures before moving to the Bahamas.
Monthly averages, 1991-2020 (national)
January: 22.1°C, 44 mm February: 22.6°C, 45 mm March: 23.2°C, 45 mm April: 24.7°C, 69 mm May: 26.2°C, 113 mm June: 27.7°C, 153 mm July: 28.4°C, 105 mm August: 28.6°C, 130 mm September: 28.2°C, 186 mm October: 27.0°C, 170 mm November: 24.9°C, 81 mm December: 23.2°C, 50 mm
What these figures do not cover
These are country-wide averages. Climate varies a lot between regions, coasts, mountains and cities, and individual years differ from the long-term average. Heat waves, humidity, air quality and seasonal hazards are not covered here.