What do people in The Bahamas do on Christmas?

Christmas Day Christmases in Paradise share similarities with an American Christmas, but with some added Bahamian flair. The day is filled with delicious meals, conversations, and laughter, followed by a night of dancing and music.



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Mid-December-mid-April The winter months are the country's busiest time of year, so many hotels and resorts (especially popular ones like Atlantis, Paradise Island) are booked solid months in advance.

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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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Christmas Eve They graze over platters of meats and cheeses while casually sipping on glasses of red or white wine, not sleeping until every last present is wrapped (and every last drop of wine is gone), all while the children peacefully sleep with visions of Junkanoo dancers in their heads.

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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.

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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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The best time of year to visit is from December to May. Temperatures at this time are between 21 to 24 25°C (70-75 F), and the risk of tropical storms is low. Swimming year round is also possible however, because seawater temperatures usually stay above 25°C (80 F).

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6 Things You Didn't Know About The Bahamas
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  • The Bahamas is home to its own “sea monster”.


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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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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.

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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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