The best times to visit Paradise Island for ideal weather are

December 3rd to April 8th

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

 

 


Other Paradise Island Travel Info

Weather in Paradise Island

Temperature

Average temperatures in Paradise Island vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for most of the year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 30th 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 Paradise Island, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 92.7°F (33.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 78.8°F (26°C) at night.

Paradise Island Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Paradise Island 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.

Paradise Island Perceived Temperature (F)

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Paradise Island Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Paradise Island 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 80.4 72.7 66.1
Feb 81.1 73.3 66.3
Mar 81.8 74.1 67.4
Apr 85 77.3 70.6
May 87.4 80 73.3
Jun 90.1 83.3 76.7
Jul 91.9 84.9 78.3
Aug 92.4 85.5 78.7
Sep 91 83.8 77.4
Oct 88.3 81.6 75.8
Nov 83.6 77.2 70.9
Dec 82 74.9 68.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 26.9 22.6 18.9
Feb 27.3 22.9 19.1
Mar 27.7 23.4 19.7
Apr 29.4 25.2 21.4
May 30.8 26.7 22.9
Jun 32.3 28.5 24.8
Jul 33.3 29.4 25.7
Aug 33.6 29.7 25.9
Sep 32.8 28.8 25.2
Oct 31.3 27.6 24.3
Nov 28.7 25.1 21.6
Dec 27.8 23.8 20.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Paradise Island are March, January, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid January. For example, on the week of January 8th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late September with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of September 24th.

When can you find snow in Paradise Island? 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 Paradise Island.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Paradise Island (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 8% 0 1
Feb 9% 0 1.5
Mar 7% 0 1.1
Apr 14% 0 3.1
May 19% 0 5.4
Jun 31% 0 6.6
Jul 27% 0 5.2
Aug 32% 0 6.4
Sep 41% 0 8.1
Oct 27% 0 4.6
Nov 13% 0 2
Dec 9% 0 1.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 8 0 2.5
Feb 9 0 3.8
Mar 7 0 2.8
Apr 14 0 7.9
May 19 0 13.7
Jun 31 0 16.8
Jul 27 0 13.2
Aug 32 0 16.3
Sep 41 0 20.6
Oct 27 0 11.7
Nov 13 0 5.1
Dec 9 0 3.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Paradise Island has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is March (63.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (72.8%).

Wind in Paradise Island is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by November and April. March’s average wind speed of around 7.2 knots (8.3 MPH or 13.4 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late October where average top sustained speeds reach 14.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Paradise Island.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

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 6.3 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Feb 6.6 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Mar 7.2 Gentle breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Apr 7 Gentle breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
May 6.5 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Jun 5.6 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Jul 5.6 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Aug 5.3 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.7 Light breeze 10.4 Significant breeze
Oct 6.5 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Nov 7.2 Gentle breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Dec 6.4 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 69.3%
Feb 67.5%
Mar 63.5%
Apr 64.4%
May 67.5%
Jun 70.2%
Jul 67.9%
Aug 69.1%
Sep 72.8%
Oct 71.5%
Nov 67.6%
Dec 71.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Paradise Island?

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 Paradise Island, The Bahamas is March, followed by January and February. 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 Paradise Island in November. 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 54.5 in November means 54.5% of the tourists vs. March.

 

 

Overall Paradise Island Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 88.4°F (31.3°C) and 80.7°F (27.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 2 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the 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 hot weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 8 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Paradise Island, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 91.3°F (32.9°C) and 81.9°F (27.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 12 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Paradise Island to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 82.7°F (28.2°C) and 79.7°F (26.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 3 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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