Weather in Bahamas in October

How October compares

October is the 5th warmest month of the year in Bahamas and ranks 40th of 134 destinations we compare for October - see where else is hot in October. Against London's average high of 14.6°C in October, Bahamas is 13.0°C warmer by day and 16.8°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in October

The typical October day in Bahamas peaks at 27.6°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 29.1°C or more. About 98% of days top 25°C and 1 in 38 pass 30°C. Nights average 25.2°C; one night in ten drops to 23.9°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest October day here reached 30.8°C (2020-10-07) and the coldest night 19.1°C (1996-10-21).

Rain in October

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 17 days with 1 mm or more, 133 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest October was 2005 with 294 mm, the driest 1997 with 23 mm. Humidity averages 76%.

Sea temperature in October

The sea averages 28.3°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 27.7°C to 28.7°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (29.7°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.4 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:08 and sets about 18:43 local time in mid-October. Average cloud cover is 56%.

Is October a good time to visit Bahamas?

It is a reasonable choice: hot days but expect showers. 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.

Hot days, with little cooling after dark

An average daytime high of 27.6°C makes October comfortably hot for light summer clothing, though humidity of 76% can make the air feel sticky. This is not usually extreme heat: just 3% of days reach 30°C. The more important detail for comfort is the average night low of 25.2°C, so evenings offer little cooling down. Pack loose, breathable clothes and check that your accommodation has cooling you will be comfortable sleeping with. Put more active plans earlier in the day if you dislike midday heat, and do not expect to need the autumn layers you would wear at home.

Rain is the main compromise

With about 17 rainy days, October suits travellers who can change their plans more than those counting on dry weather throughout their stay. Average sunshine is about 5.0 hours within 11.4 hours of daylight, so there is still scope for time outdoors, but daylight should not be mistaken for uninterrupted sun. The rainfall figures do not tell you when rain will arrive or how long it will last, so avoid building your whole holiday around a fixed outdoor schedule. Carry a light waterproof, keep something suitable for wet weather in reserve, and take sunny opportunities when they come rather than assuming tomorrow will be clearer.

Warm water is a strong reason to go

The sea averages 28.3°C, making swimming a clear strength of an October trip. Its year-to-year range of 28°C to 29°C also suggests that water temperature is less of a concern than finding the weather you want for sitting beside it. That warmth does not guarantee calm conditions, so judge swimming conditions on the day rather than by temperature alone. With the flight from London taking about 9 h 30 min, this is a long-haul commitment for a month with a wet-weather compromise. It makes most sense if warm air and water matter more to you than consistently clear skies.