Climate of Rum Cay, Bahamas
Area-weighted average across Rum Cay. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Rum Cay, a subdivision of Bahamas, has a consistently warm climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 22.2°C / 72°F in January to 28.5°C / 83.3°F in August, with rainfall from 32 mm / 1.3 in to 178 mm / 7 in depending on the season (946 mm / 37.2 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.2°C72°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| February | 22.8°C73°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| March | 23.8°C74.8°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 24.9°C76.8°F | 44 mm1.7″ | — |
| May | 26.1°C79°F | 103 mm4.1″ | Tropical |
| June | 27.3°C81.1°F | 124 mm4.9″ | Tropical |
| July | 28.3°C82.9°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| August | 28.5°C83.3°F | 86 mm3.4″ | Tropical |
| September | 27.9°C82.2°F | 105 mm4.1″ | Tropical |
| October | 26.6°C79.9°F | 178 mm7″ | Tropical |
| November | 25.3°C77.5°F | 78 mm3.1″ | — |
| December | 24°C75.2°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Rum Cay?
The best months to visit Rum Cay, Bahamas for sunny, dry weather are February, March. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 28.5°C / 83.3°F, and the driest is March with about 32 mm / 1.3 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Rum Cay?
Rum Cay, Bahamas has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 22.2°C / 72°F in January to 28.5°C / 83.3°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 946 mm / 37.2 in, with the wettest month being October (178 mm / 7 in) and the driest March (32 mm / 1.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Rum Cay?
The hottest month in Rum Cay is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 28.5°C / 83.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Rum Cay?
The coldest month in Rum Cay is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 22.2°C / 72°F.
When does it rain most in Rum Cay?
The wettest month in Rum Cay is October, averaging about 178 mm / 7 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 32 mm / 1.3 in.