Rum Cay Weather by Month
Rum Cay enjoys a tropical maritime climate with warm temperatures year-round. Located in the southeastern Bahamas, this remote 30-square-mile island experiences average highs ranging from 77°F in winter to 88°F in summer. The dry season runs December through April with pleasant trade winds averaging 12-16 knots from the northeast, ideal for sailing. The wet season spans May through October with higher humidity and occasional afternoon thunderstorms. Hurricane season officially runs June 1 through November 30, with peak risk August through October. As one of the least populated Out Islands with fewer than 100 residents, Rum Cay sees minimal tourist crowds year-round, making it a true off-the-beaten-path sailing destination with pristine anchorages like Flamingo Bay.
Best months to visit: December, January, February, March, April.
| Month | High / Low | Water | Wind | Rain days | Hurricane |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77° / 65°F | 75°F | 14 kn | 6 | none |
| February | 78° / 66°F | 75°F | 14 kn | 5 | none |
| March | 79° / 67°F | 76°F | 13 kn | 5 | none |
| April | 81° / 70°F | 77°F | 12 kn | 6 | none |
| May | 84° / 73°F | 80°F | 10 kn | 9 | low |
| June | 86° / 76°F | 82°F | 9 kn | 10 | low |
| July | 88° / 77°F | 84°F | 8 kn | 11 | moderate |
| August | 88° / 77°F | 85°F | 8 kn | 12 | high |
| September | 87° / 76°F | 85°F | 9 kn | 13 | high |
| October | 85° / 74°F | 83°F | 10 kn | 12 | moderate |
| November | 81° / 71°F | 80°F | 12 kn | 8 | low |
| December | 78° / 67°F | 77°F | 13 kn | 6 | none |