The best times to visit Majors Cay for ideal weather are

December 17th to March 18th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Majors Cay Travel Info

Weather in Majors Cay

Temperature

Average temperatures in Majors Cay vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for most of the year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 24th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Majors Cay, the hottest months are August, September, and then July. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid to late August where highs are regularly around 88.9°F (31.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 78.4°F (25.8°C) at night.

Majors Cay Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Majors Cay Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Majors Cay Perceived Temperature (F)

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Majors Cay Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Majors Cay Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 81 76.9 72
Feb 81.3 76.6 71.2
Mar 81.7 76.9 71.8
Apr 83.9 78.9 74.2
May 85.2 80.2 75.2
Jun 87.2 82.3 77.2
Jul 87.8 83.4 78.5
Aug 88.6 83.8 78.4
Sep 88.5 83.5 77.6
Oct 87.2 82 75.6
Nov 84 79.8 74.4
Dec 81.7 77.9 72.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 27.2 24.9 22.2
Feb 27.4 24.8 21.8
Mar 27.6 24.9 22.1
Apr 28.8 26.1 23.4
May 29.6 26.8 24
Jun 30.7 27.9 25.1
Jul 31 28.6 25.8
Aug 31.4 28.8 25.8
Sep 31.4 28.6 25.3
Oct 30.7 27.8 24.2
Nov 28.9 26.6 23.6
Dec 27.6 25.5 22.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Majors Cay are March, November, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early March. For example, on the week of March 5th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late May to early June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of May 28th.

When can you find snow in Majors Cay? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Majors Cay.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Majors Cay (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 7% 0 0.7
Feb 5% 0 0.3
Mar 2% 0 0.4
Apr 8% 0 2
May 17% 0 5.8
Jun 28% 0 4.3
Jul 18% 0 3.7
Aug 19% 0 4.2
Sep 28% 0 4.5
Oct 23% 0 3.8
Nov 5% 0 0.6
Dec 9% 0 0.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 7 0 1.8
Feb 5 0 0.8
Mar 2 0 1
Apr 8 0 5.1
May 17 0 14.7
Jun 28 0 10.9
Jul 18 0 9.4
Aug 19 0 10.7
Sep 28 0 11.4
Oct 23 0 9.7
Nov 5 0 1.5
Dec 9 0 2

 

Humidity and Wind

Majors Cay has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is March (67.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (78.3%).

Wind in Majors Cay is usually stronger than many places. The windiest month is December, followed by January and February. December’s average wind speed of around 14.3 knots (16.4 MPH or 26.4 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late January and early February where average top sustained speeds reach 18.3 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Majors Cay.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 13.8 Significant breeze 16.9 Significant breeze
Feb 13.1 Significant breeze 16.4 Significant breeze
Mar 13.1 Significant breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
Apr 12.5 Significant breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
May 11.2 Significant breeze 14 Significant breeze
Jun 9.7 Gentle breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Jul 11.7 Significant breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Aug 11.3 Significant breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Sep 9.3 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Oct 9.9 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Nov 13.1 Significant breeze 16.6 Significant breeze
Dec 14.3 Significant breeze 17.4 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 73.8%
Feb 72.3%
Mar 67.9%
Apr 72.7%
May 76.1%
Jun 78.3%
Jul 76.2%
Aug 75.6%
Sep 74.3%
Oct 75.7%
Nov 72.5%
Dec 73.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Majors Cay?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for the Bahamas; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 01, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Majors Cay, The Bahamas is October, followed by May and March. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Majors Cay in February. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 44.2 in February means 44.2% of the tourists vs. October.

 

 

Overall Majors Cay Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 86°F (30°C) and 80.7°F (27.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 6 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Majors Cay, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 88.8°F (31.6°C) and 82.8°F (28.2°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 2 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Majors Cay to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 82.1°F (27.8°C) and 80.7°F (27.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 3 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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