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.
It is swimsuit/shorts weather all year in the Caribbean. Of course, you can encounter a rainy day but it is never Cold. Water temp can vary by currents/storms but for most people who don't need the water to be 85 degrees and up :D, swimming is almost always reasonably possible.
“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.
The wet season runs from June to November; the two wettest months are October and June. Although some days are wet and grey in the rainy season, showers usually pass quickly. The island has over 300 days of sunshine each year.
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.
Winter. 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.
Bermuda and the Bahamas Are a Bit Less Sheltered Than the Caribbean. Rough Waters: While cruises to Bermuda and the Bahamas from the East Coast are usually smooth, squalls can arise on the Atlantic Ocean, particularly during hurricane season. The bigger your ship, the less you'll feel the waves.
The waters off the Bahamas are safe and ideal for swimming.This archipelago of nearly 700 islands is located in the Atlantic Ocean, more towards the southeast direction of America (near Florida).
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.