Weather in Bahamas in April

How April compares

April is the 8th warmest month of the year in Bahamas and ranks 42nd of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Bahamas is 12.1°C warmer by day and 17.5°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in Bahamas peaks at 25.6°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 27.4°C or more. About 70% of days top 25°C and 1 in 167 pass 30°C. Nights average 22.6°C; one night in ten drops to 20.7°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day here reached 31.0°C (2020-04-20) and the coldest night 16.3°C (2009-04-09).

Rain in April

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 7 days with 1 mm or more, 50 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2001 with 300 mm, the driest 2004 with 7 mm. Humidity averages 71%.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 25.0°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 24.3°C to 25.8°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (29.7°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 7.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 12.6 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:47 and sets about 19:32 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 42%.

Is April a good time to visit Bahamas?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, manageable rain and long sunny days. The best months for Bahamas on our scoring are April, March, December; months averaging 25°C or more: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov.

Warm enough for light clothing, without frequent extreme heat

April suits travellers who want warmth rather than very hot afternoons. About 70% of days reach 25°C, while only 1% reach 30°C, so there is little reason to choose this month specifically for fierce heat. Humidity averages 71%, which can make the warmth feel more noticeable when you are walking around. Take loose, breathable clothes and allow yourself shade breaks around midday. Evenings usually stay warm enough for light clothing, though a light layer is sensible if you feel the cold: the coldest 10% of nights fall to 20.7°C or lower. You are unlikely to need a wardrobe built around chilly evenings.

Good outdoor prospects, with room for rain

Expect plenty of usable outdoor time, but keep your plans flexible. April brings about 7 rainy days, so a completely dry holiday is not something to bank on. A light waterproof is sensible, and it helps not to make every day depend on dry weather. Average sunshine is about 7.3 hours within 12.6 hours of daylight: there is a generous daylight window, but sunshine does not fill it all. The sea is warm enough for swimming, making time in the water a realistic part of the trip rather than a cold-water test. This balance suits travellers happy to adjust their plans when rain interrupts.