October weather forecast
The Bahamas

October marks the transition from the wet to the dry season in The Bahamas, and the weather begins to change accordingly. Average daily temperatures in October range between 23°C (73.4°F) and 29°C (84.2°F). Humidity levels start to decrease slightly, yet the weather remains comfortably warm, creating an inviting atmosphere across the islands.

The rainfall in October begins to decrease compared to the summer months. Nassau generally receives around 1050mm (41.34") of rainfall, while Freeport sees approximately 1300mm (51.18"). The southern island of Inagua, typically drier, experiences about 600mm (23.62") of rainfall. These storms, often appearing as brief afternoon showers, provide a cool relief from the daytime heat.

Despite the reduction in rainfall, October continues to offer around 7 hours of sunshine per day. This consistent sunshine provides an excellent opportunity for outdoor activities and exploration, even as the wet season draws to a close.

Sea temperatures in October remain warm, averaging between 26°C (78.8°F) and 29°C (84.2°F). These conditions continue to support a broad range of water activities, from swimming and snorkeling to boating.

Throughout The Bahamas, including in cities like Nassau and Freeport and the southern island of Great Inagua, the weather in October stays fairly uniform. As the transition month from the wet to the dry season, October offers a delightful blend of weather conditions: less rain, plenty of sunshine, and warm sea temperatures, ensuring a pleasant Caribbean experience in The Bahamas.

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• Nassau - October »
  On the last day of October, in Nassau, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:29 EDT. In Nassau, in October, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 163mm (6.42") of accumulated precipitation.
• Freeport - October »
  Transitioning from September to October, Freeport observes an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), differing subtly from the previous month. In Freeport, during October, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 143mm (5.63") of precipitation.
• Marsh Harbour - October »
  On the first day of October in Marsh Harbour sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:54. In Marsh Harbour in October, it is raining for 19 days, with typically 155mm (6.1") of accumulated precipitation.
• Dunmore Town - October »
  In Dunmore Town in October, during 21.3 rainfall days, 112mm (4.41") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the last day of October, in Dunmore Town sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 18:25 EDT.
• High Rock - October »
  In High Rock in October, during 18.6 rainfall days, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The average high-temperature in High Rock, The Bahamas, during October registers at a still warm 27.3°C (81.1°F), closely corresponding to the preceding month.
• Alice Town - October »
  In Alice Town, in October, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation. In Alice Town, in October, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation.
• Cockburn Town - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Cockburn Town is October, when the rain falls for 23.4 days and typically aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of precipitation. As the highest rainfall month of the year, October immerses Cockburn Town under a true tropical influence.
• Nicholls Town - October »
  In Nicholls Town, The Bahamas, in October, during 20.3 rainfall days, 81mm (3.19") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of October in Nicholls Town sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 18:58.
• Arthur's Town - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Arthur's Town is October, when the rain falls for 23.6 days and typically aggregates up to 135mm (5.31") of precipitation. The month of October transitions into a period of decreasing rainfall, ending at 135mm (5.31") in Arthur's Town.