Acklins Weather by Month
Acklins lies in the remote southeastern Bahamas with a tropical marine climate. The island enjoys year-round warmth with highs ranging from 82-90°F and is notably drier than northern Bahamas islands, receiving only about 30 inches of rainfall annually. Trade winds blow steadily from the east, shifting northeast in winter and southeast in summer. The dry season runs December through April with minimal rain, while the wet season peaks September through November. Hurricane season officially spans June 1 to November 30, with greatest risk August through October. Tourism remains minimal year-round, making Acklins an uncrowded destination prized by bonefishing enthusiasts and sailors seeking solitude.
Best months to visit: December, January, February, March, April, May, November.
| Month | High / Low | Water | Wind | Rain days | Hurricane |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82° / 69°F | 75°F | 14 kn | 5 | none |
| February | 83° / 69°F | 75°F | 14 kn | 4 | none |
| March | 84° / 70°F | 76°F | 13 kn | 4 | none |
| April | 85° / 72°F | 78°F | 12 kn | 5 | none |
| May | 87° / 74°F | 81°F | 11 kn | 6 | low |
| June | 89° / 76°F | 84°F | 10 kn | 4 | low |
| July | 90° / 77°F | 85°F | 11 kn | 4 | moderate |
| August | 90° / 77°F | 86°F | 10 kn | 5 | high |
| September | 89° / 77°F | 85°F | 10 kn | 7 | high |
| October | 87° / 75°F | 83°F | 11 kn | 10 | high |
| November | 85° / 73°F | 79°F | 13 kn | 7 | low |
| December | 83° / 71°F | 76°F | 14 kn | 5 | none |