Can you tan in the Bahamas in January?

You should be able to tan.. and take a dip in the water, but it's not HOT. And the water will be a bit brisk. Since you are from the north, it's similar to Jones Beach water in mid June.



People Also Ask

The weather in the Bahamas Though this Caribbean territory does not experience winter, months like January tend to be cooler than most with lows of 63°F at night. Highs in January are typically around 79°F during the day.

MORE DETAILS

The Bahamas is at its busiest during the high season from mid-December to mid-April, and sees particularly large crowds during the holidays and spring break. Tourists begin to disperse as temperatures rise in late April, although the Bahamas Carnival typically draws visitors for the four-day festival in April or May.

MORE DETAILS

What to Wear in Bahamas
  • Smart casual clothes in lightweight natural fabrics will work best – It is warm and sunny but not unbearably hot all year round.
  • However the nights tend to be a little cooler and a sweater or pashmina is worth popping in your case.
  • Ensure you bring a versatile travel jacket.


MORE DETAILS

We go every January and even though it is sometimes a little windy the sun is hot and as long as sun is out you will be fine.

MORE DETAILS

The water temperature tends to range from 72 to 83 degrees Fahrenheit, making it perfectly pleasant year-round.

MORE DETAILS

The Bahamas are in the Atlantic Ocean and water is chilly in January (73-74 avg), and daytime high temps the lowest of the places on your list. If you go south in the Caribbean you can find better averages. Aruba, for instance, averages a high of 85 in January, with warmer water temps (77-80).

MORE DETAILS

The water temperature is low to mid 70's. The air temp varies greatly with highs ranging from the 60's to the 80's.

MORE DETAILS

September is the cheapest month for flights to The Bahamas, and the most expensive month is June. Keep in mind, departure dates, class, and even how early you book your flight tickets may affect prices.

MORE DETAILS

Ideal Duration Of Stay In The Bahamas The weather is always soothing, so make a 6-7 days holiday in the Bahamas is ideal.

MORE DETAILS

Winter is the best time to go to Barbados because of the pleasant weather. Temperatures from January through March average of 79? (26?). In winter, Barbados receives the least amount of rain. January's average is 2.7 inches (70 mm), dropping to around 1.5 inches (38mm) in February and March.

MORE DETAILS

Geographically, the Bahamas is located in the Atlantic Ocean, while the majority of other Caribbean territories are located in the Caribbean Sea. Although both are considered warm-weather destinations during the summer months, the Bahamas becomes more temperate in the winter.

MORE DETAILS

Hottest Caribbean islands in January
  • Barbados. Average maximum temperature in January: 28ºC. ...
  • St Lucia. Average maximum temperature in January: 28ºC. ...
  • Cuba. Average maximum temperature in January: 26ºC. ...
  • Jamaica. Average maximum temperature in January: 29ºC. ...
  • Grenada. ...
  • Curaçao. ...
  • Dominican Republic.


MORE DETAILS

What month should you avoid in the Caribbean? Due to the risk of hurricanes, September and October are the months when it is wise to avoid the Caribbean.

MORE DETAILS

Aside from the prices, summer is the worst time for most people to visit the Caribbean. The weather can be uncomfortably hot and muggy at the best of times. More important, summer is also the hurricane season. The risk of hurricanes is especially high in August and September.

MORE DETAILS