Freetown, Bahamas experiences average highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 11 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Freetown, Bahamas Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Freetown, Bahamas. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Jun–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.6/10
Best: January, February, March, April, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 26°C / 25°C
Feels Like 29°C / 26°C
Rainy Days 11
Rainfall 77 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 77%
Wind Speed 27 km/h
Dew Point 21°C
Hottest Month
29°C
August
Avg Low27°C
Rain14days
Coldest Month
23°C
January
Avg High24°C
Rain9days
Driest Month
5days
March
Avg High24°C
Avg Low23°C
Windiest Month
30 km/h
January (Gusts 42)
Sea Temperature
25°C – 30°C
Warmest water: August (
30.4°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding July, August, September due to frequent rain, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:17
Daylight 13.7h
Sunset 19:57
Live conditions—
Freetown on the map · live conditions
Freetown, Bahamas
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- Bahamas
- City
- Freetown
- Population
- 3.1K
- Coordinates
- 24.78°, -76.28°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 7 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 27°C
Rain 13 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 15 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 9 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 24°C / 23°C . Feb: 24°C / 23°C . Mar: 24°C / 23°C . Apr: 25°C / 24°C . May: 26°C / 25°C . Jun: 28°C / 26°C . Jul: 29°C / 27°C . Aug: 29°C / 27°C . Sep: 29°C / 27°C . Oct: 28°C / 26°C . Nov: 26°C / 25°C . Dec: 25°C / 24°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 65 mm. Feb: 29 mm. Mar: 34 mm. Apr: 42 mm. May: 104 mm. Jun: 80 mm. Jul: 67 mm. Aug: 92 mm. Sep: 127 mm. Oct: 150 mm. Nov: 72 mm. Dec: 56 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 74%. Feb: 74%. Mar: 73%. Apr: 77%. May: 80%. Jun: 82%. Jul: 80%. Aug: 80%. Sep: 80%. Oct: 79%. Nov: 75%. Dec: 75%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 30 km/h . Feb: 29 km/h . Mar: 29 km/h . Apr: 28 km/h . May: 26 km/h . Jun: 24 km/h . Jul: 25 km/h . Aug: 25 km/h . Sep: 24 km/h . Oct: 29 km/h . Nov: 29 km/h . Dec: 30 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 11h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 9h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 25°C . Feb: 25°C . Mar: 25°C . Apr: 26°C . May: 27°C . Jun: 29°C . Jul: 30°C . Aug: 30°C . Sep: 30°C . Oct: 29°C . Nov: 28°C . Dec: 26°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 5. Feb: UV 7. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 9. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 9. Aug: UV 9. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 6. Dec: UV 5.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 13 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | — | Aug · 29°C |
| Coldest month | — | Jan · 23°C |
| Wettest month | Sep 2025 · 323 mm | Oct · 150 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 30 km/h | Jan · 30 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March best
Excellent April best
Excellent May
Good June
Good July
Fair August
Poor September
Fair October
Wet November
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 24°C / 23°C | 25°C / 22°C | 9days (65 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 74% Muggy | 5.2 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 24°C / 23°C | 25°C / 22°C | 6days (29 mm) Good | 10h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 6.5 High | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 24°C / 23°C | 25°C / 22°C | 5days (34 mm) Good | 10.7h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April best | 25°C / 24°C | 27°C / 24°C | 7days (42 mm) Good | 11.6h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May | 26°C / 25°C | 30°C / 26°C | 10days (104 mm) Wet | 11.2h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June | 28°C / 26°C | 32°C / 29°C | 13days (80 mm) Wet | 11.2h Excellent | 82% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| July | 29°C / 27°C | 33°C / 30°C | 12days (67 mm) Wet | 12h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| August | 29°C / 27°C | 34°C / 31°C | 14days (92 mm) Wet | 11.5h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| September | 29°C / 27°C | 33°C / 30°C | 17days (127 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 80% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| October | 28°C / 26°C | 31°C / 28°C | 18days (150 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 79% Humid | 6.6 High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 26°C / 25°C | 28°C / 25°C | 11days (72 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 75% Muggy | 5.5 High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 25°C / 24°C | 26°C / 23°C | 11days (56 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 75% Muggy | 4.8 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Freetown are January, February, March, April, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Freetown, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Freetown is August, with average daytime highs of 29°C (84°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Freetown is January, with average overnight lows of 23°C (73°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Freetown is October, averaging 150mm of precipitation across 18 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Freetown runs through October, September, August, June, with the heaviest rainfall in October. Based on 10-year averages for Freetown.
Freetown receives approximately 126 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is July with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Freetown.
The least favorable months to visit Freetown are July, August, September, primarily due to frequent rain, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February, March, April, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Freetown is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Freetown is 77%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 28°C (82°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Freetown are 27 km/h (17 mph). The windiest month is January with peak winds reaching 30 km/h (19 mph) (gusts up to 42 km/h / 26 mph).
Freetown averages 5 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 49%. The clearest skies occur in March.
The annual average dew point in Freetown is 21°C (70°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Freetown has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Freetown ranges from 26°C (79°F) to 29°C (84°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Freetown. It earns a climate score of 6.5/10 with Good.
For June in Freetown, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. With average highs of 28°C (82°F) and 13 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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