Best time to visit Cat Island, Bahamas

The best time to visit Cat Island is from late-November to mid-April during the winter dry season.

For hot weather, visit Cat Island from late-October to mid-May – just be prepared for some rainy days.

Cat Island is considered a year-round destination.

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Cat Island weather

Cat Island experiences a hot tropical climate with a warm, dry winter season from November to May, and a hot, wet summer season from June to October.

What is the best month to visit Cat Island?
February, March and April are the best months to visit Cat Island – the weather is warm and sunny, with clear blue skies, little or no rainfall and pleasantly warm sea water, which is perfect for swimming.

April is the sunniest month of the year in Cat Island.

However, anytime from mid-November to mid-May is considered good.

Which is the hottest month in Cat Island?
The hottest time of year in Cat Island is normally August, with an average high temperature of 31°C (87°F) with high heat and humidity and a low of 26°C (78°F).

The hot season lasts from early-June to early-October, with an average daily high temperature above 30°C (86°F).

Which is the coldest month in Cat Island?
The coldest months of the year in Cat Island are January and February, with an average high of 26°C (78°F) and a low of 21°C (69°F).

The cool season lasts from early-December through March, with an average daily high temperature below 27°C (80°F).

Which is the sunniest month in Cat Island?
The sunniest time of year in Cat Island is usually April with an average of eight hours of sunshine per day; that's on average 66% of daylight hours.

What is the humidity in Cat Island?
Cat Island experiences little seasonal variation in perceived humidity, with approximate average relative humidity calculated at between 75% – 79% over the course of the year.

The more humid time of year lasts from mid-April through December, when you can expect the comfort level to be muggy at least 50% of the time.

The months with the most muggy days in Bimini are June through October, when almost every day in each month is muggy or worse.

We derive the humidity comfort level from the dew point temperature, which measures moisture content in the air. A higher dew point feels muggy and uncomfortable.

January through March is slightly more comfortable, with around 12 days in each month that are muggy.

When is the sea warmest in Cat Island?
The sea is usually at its warmest in Cat Island in August when the water temperature averages 29°C (84°F), which is pleasant for swimming.

The sea water is warm enough for swimming year-round in Cat Island.

Which month has the most rain in Cat Island?
June is usually the wettest month in Cat Island with 66mm (2in) of rainfall on average. There are normally 7 days in June with some rain.

The wet season lasts from mid-May through October, with a greater than 18% chance of any given day being a wet day.

Rainfall is often limited to periodic showers and thunderstorms in the late afternoon or evening.

Which is the windiest month in Cat Island?
The windiest month of the year in Cat Island is November, with an average hourly wind speed of 23 kilometres per hour (12 knots; 14mph).

The windy part of the year lasts from mid-October through to mid-April, with average wind speeds of more than 20 kilometres per hour (10 knots; 12mph).

The less-windy time of year lasts from mid-April through to mid-October. The calmest month of the year in Cat Island is June, with an average hourly wind speed of 18 kilometres per hour (9 knots; 11mph).

The predominant average hourly wind direction in Cat Island is from the east throughout the year.

Is there a risk of a tropical storm in Cat Island?
The likelihood of a tropical storm in Cat Island is greatest during the hurricane season from August to October, with a storm risk of 3.2% in September.

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Cat Island Weather Averages

Holiday seasons

High season: From mid-December to mid-April hotel prices are at there highest and you should book well in advance.

March and April are best avoided as this coincides with the spring-break for US college kids.

Low season: Lasts approximately from mid-April to mid-December and offers huge discounts (up to 60 per cent) on hotel rooms.

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Source: Meteorological data for Cat Island, Bahamas is based on weather statistics gathered for the 30-year period 1991 to 2020 by the Bahamas Department Of Meteorology at the closest weather station: Exuma International Airport (GGT), which is located on Exuma Island around 129km (80mi) southwest of Cat Island. Additional climate data is sourced from the United States National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

Advice on the best time to visit a particular destination is based on average local weather statistics, when the weather conditions are generally better than at other times of the year. We consider high and low temperatures, risk of rain (and thunderstorms, etc.), amount of sunshine and sea temperature. For general outdoor activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (80°F); and for hot-weather activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (89°F). Often, the best times to visit correspond to high season and therefore involve higher prices.

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Latest update: Best time to visit Cat Island: 9 May, 2024

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Disclaimer: The information on this site is provided as is, without any assurances as to its accuracy or suitability for any purpose. Weather data and conditions at any given location and time are unpredictable and variable. We assume no responsibility and can not be held legally responsible for any decisions made on the basis of the information presented on this site.

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