Is Bahamas good for Christmas?

Visitors love taking a luxurious trip to these Caribbean islands around Christmas. The Bahamas weather in December is cooler and more comfortable than in summer, but there's much less rain and hours of sunshine as you sunbathe by the beaches and your pool.



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Winter is the best time to go to The Bahamas. In December, January, and February, average temperatures in Nassau hover around 73? (22.7?) with highs reaching a comfortable 81? (27.2?). Winter is the dry season, with rainfall of two inches (50mm) per month. Take advantage of the balmy weather to explore.

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Exuma, The Bahamas Exuma is one of the best islands in The Bahamas for a vacation. Around Christmastime, you'll be able to see Bahamian Christmas traditions come alive in Exuma, including Junkanoo.

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Most days are warm enough to swim and snorkel. The first week in December is usually the nicest weather of the year -- not too hot and mostly sunny skies. Once in a while, a cold front reaches us that early, but not too often.

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You should plan to spend around BS$249 ($251) per day on your vacation in the Bahamas, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, BS$56 ($56) on meals for one day and BS$39 ($39) on local transportation.

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Hurricane season in the Bahamas starts in June and runs through November.

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Christmas in the Bahamas is made even more special and memorable thanks to the annual Junkanoo Festival. This takes place on December 26 and doesn't stop until New Years' day. The Bahamas Junkanoo Festival is held in Nassau, and a few other locations also celebrate the festival.

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

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Summary of cost of living in Bahamas: A family of four estimated monthly costs are 4,934.6$ without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 1,396.5$ without rent. Cost of living in Bahamas is, on average, 24.2% higher than in United States.

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“The Bahamas boasts tropical warm temperatures 365 days a year. Casual summer wear is perfect for your days in the sun but be sure to pack a light jacket or sweater for the cooler evenings from December to February which can dip to 72 degrees,” Duncombe advises.

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Some of the best countries to visit during this festive month of December are the USA (especially New York and Vegas for New Year's Eve), Czech Republic (for its fairy tale Christmas in Prague), Maldives, Sri Lanka, Thailand; as well as Dubai, Hong Kong and Malaysia for amazing shopping!

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It will be another special holiday season at Atlantis. From the Marina Village to every hotel, each one has its own holiday theme, with a unique Christmas tree.

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The Bahamas weather in December is cooler and more comfortable than in summer, but there's much less rain and hours of sunshine as you sunbathe by the beaches and your pool. The Bahamas have a hot tropical climate. The drier season's from November to April and December's one of the driest months.

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The Bahamas are affected significantly by strong coldfronts that move through the US and this yaar there have been very strong cold fronts. With that said, Mid-December to Mid March can be very windy in the central to northern bahamas because of the pressure gradient.

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Because of the Caribbean conditions, the weather in Bahamas in December sees very warm temperatures and lots of sunshine.

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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.

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One of the most significant differences between the destinations is pricing. The Maldives is generally considered to be a more expensive destination than The Bahamas, with luxury resorts charging upwards of $1,000 per night.

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Both regions have an abundance of gorgeous beaches for every pace and preference, making it easy for beach lovers to find their ideal stretch of sand, no matter where they go. However, the waters in the Bahamas tend to be warmer, and there are more coral reefs and sandbars in the ocean surrounding Nassau.

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