Exuma, The Bahamas
Exuma Weather by Month
Exuma offers year-round warm tropical weather ideal for sailing, with daytime highs ranging from 79°F in winter to 88°F in summer. The dry season (December-April) brings steady easterly trade winds of 12-15 knots, minimal rainfall, and comfortable humidity — perfect sailing conditions. The wet season (May-October) sees increased rainfall, lighter winds, and higher humidity. Hurricane season runs June through November with peak risk August-October. Water temperatures remain swimmable year-round (77-86°F). The best sailing months are December through May, balancing favorable winds, calm seas, and low storm risk.
Best months to visit: December, January, February, March, April, May.
| Month | High / Low | Water | Wind | Rain days | Hurricane |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79° / 70°F | 77°F | 12 kn | 3 | none |
| February | 79° / 70°F | 77°F | 12 kn | 3 | none |
| March | 80° / 71°F | 77°F | 12 kn | 3 | none |
| April | 82° / 73°F | 79°F | 12 kn | 3 | none |
| May | 85° / 76°F | 81°F | 11 kn | 7 | low |
| June | 88° / 78°F | 83°F | 11 kn | 7 | low |
| July | 88° / 79°F | 85°F | 11 kn | 4 | moderate |
| August | 88° / 79°F | 86°F | 11 kn | 5 | high |
| September | 87° / 78°F | 86°F | 10 kn | 7 | high |
| October | 85° / 77°F | 84°F | 11 kn | 7 | moderate |
| November | 82° / 75°F | 81°F | 13 kn | 5 | low |
| December | 80° / 72°F | 79°F | 13 kn | 3 | none |