Climate of Barbados — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Barbados. Part of Caribbean, America.
Located in Caribbean, America, Barbados has a consistently warm climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from 25.5°C / 77.9°F in January to 28°C / 82.4°F in June, with annual rainfall totalling around 1310 mm / 51.6 in — driest in March (40 mm / 1.6 in), wettest in October (185 mm / 7.3 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.5°C77.9°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| February | 25.5°C77.9°F | 45 mm1.8″ | — |
| March | 26°C78.8°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| April | 26.5°C79.7°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| May | 27.5°C81.5°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| June | 28°C82.4°F | 110 mm4.3″ | Tropical |
| July | 28°C82.4°F | 145 mm5.7″ | Tropical |
| August | 28°C82.4°F | 155 mm6.1″ | Tropical |
| September | 28°C82.4°F | 175 mm6.9″ | Tropical |
| October | 27.5°C81.5°F | 185 mm7.3″ | Tropical |
| November | 27°C80.6°F | 175 mm6.9″ | Tropical |
| December | 26°C78.8°F | 95 mm3.7″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Barbados?
The best months to visit Barbados for sunny, dry weather are March. The warmest month is June (28°C / 82.4°F average), and the driest is March (~40 mm / 1.6 in rainfall).
What is the climate of Barbados?
Barbados has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from 25.5°C / 77.9°F in January to 28°C / 82.4°F in June. Annual rainfall averages about 1310 mm / 51.6 in, with the wettest month being October (185 mm / 7.3 in) and the driest March (40 mm / 1.6 in). Regional variation within Barbados can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Barbados?
The hottest month in Barbados is June, with a country-wide average temperature of 28°C / 82.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Barbados?
The coldest month in Barbados is January, with a country-wide average temperature of 25.5°C / 77.9°F.
When does it rain most in Barbados?
The wettest month in Barbados is October, averaging about 185 mm / 7.3 in of rain. The driest is March with about 40 mm / 1.6 in.