Which is warmer the Bahamas or the Caribbean?

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.



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It all depends on what temperatures you are used to at home, but some travellers prefer Jamaica especially in the months of January and February, for this very reason. In these months high temperatures in Jamaica reach 82 degrees Fahrenheit, compared to 77 in the Bahamas.

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The southern parts of the Caribbean, for example, boast the hottest weather. This part of the Caribbean includes islands such as Antigua, Aruba, Barbados and St Lucia. In the northern part of the Caribbean temperatures tend to be a degree or so lower.

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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.


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The Southern islands: Aruba and the Grenadines have very warm waters. In fact, on one of the Grenadines this summer, the water was actually hot!

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Best Times to Visit The Bahamas for Good Weather Winter lows linger around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, while summer temperatures range from 80 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit — hot, but not unbearable due to an ever-present sea breeze. Of course, all that lush tropical vegetation is partially because of the long rainy season.

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If you want a beach holiday where you can choose from tons of beaches, the Bahamas is probably a better choice than Saint Lucia. It has hundreds of breathtaking white sand beaches that the Caribbean is famous for. (Check out this post on the 30 best places to visit in the Bahamas to see what I mean!)

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Cancun is most known for its rainforests, mountains, and white sand beaches, and The Bahamas is a crowd favorite thanks to its pink and white sand beaches, endless islands to explore, great diving opportunities, and awesome all-inclusive resorts like Sandals Emerald Bay in The Exumas and Sandals Royal Bahamian in ...

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While the Maldives can be considered more ideal for experiencing adventure activities such as scuba diving and snorkeling, the Bahamas provide a tropical environment and are best for honeymoon trips with your loved one.

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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.

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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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The best time to visit the Caribbean is in the dry season, from mid-December through April.

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Exuma, specifically Specifically, the bluest waters of the Caribbean is said to be at Tropic of Cancer Beach on the island of Exuma in the Bahamas. Its long sweeping sandbar is flanked by an eager shoreline expressing every gradient of blue. On a clear day at this Exuma beach, it looks like the sea flows into the sky.

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In tropical regions, such as the Caribbean, the average seawater temperature is around 79-82 °F (26-28 °C), while in more temperate regions, such as the Mediterranean, the average water temperature is around 64-72 °F (18-22 °C).

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The water of the Caribbean is warm, clear and has lower salinity levels than the neighbouring Atlantic. The average water temperature is around 27°C (80°F) and varies as little as 3°C (37°F) throughout the year.

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Aruba. When travelers think of safe islands to visit during hurricane season, the “ABC Islands” of Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao often come to mind.

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So to answer your question, Aruba is the driest island you'll find in the Caribbean. Other relatively dry islands are Antigua and Barbuda, parts of Turks/Caicos (Grand Turk Island), parts of the Bahamas. Most of the other islands are in the 50-65 inches of rainfall territory.

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