Bahamas

What’s the weather like in Bahamas in August?

Even though there’ll be some warm tropical showers, your luxurious holiday to the islands will be full of sunshine. The Bahamas weather in August reaches highs over 30°C and you’ll love relaxing around the pristine sandy beaches.

Geographical influences

The Bahamas has a wet season, which runs from May to October, with daily showers very likely. The islands in the north, near to Florida, are a little cooler and wetter than those in the south. North-east Atlantic winds bring warm weather all year and sweep across the low and flat Bahamas islands.

Averages

The weather in Bahamas in August has fantastic temperatures, with an impressive daytime high average of 32°C. Even the average low for this time’s only 23°C on rare cooler days, so you’ll enjoy lounging by your hotel’s pool and the pretty beaches. The sun rises around 6.40am and doesn’t set until 7.45pm and August should see nine hours of sunshine each day. Heat, humidity and UV levels in the Bahamas this month are very high. Make sure you use lots of sunblock when you’re out in the sun. The wind speed will be moderate. You’ll love cooling off in the crystal-clear waters around the coast and the sea temperature will be an incredible 29°C. It’s the wet season and 168mm of rainfall will affect the region.