May · Bahamas
Best time to visit Nassau in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nassau in May
Average temperature 27°C, 113 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.3/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 113 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Nassau scores 8.3/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 27°C, 113 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nassau's colonial harbour, straw market and Paradise Island beaches anchor the Bahamas.
May holds up well in Nassau — 4th best month
Days in May average 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 79% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
113 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 8.3/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 9.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nassau in May?
- In May, Nassau averages 27°C, 113 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Nassau?
- May earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nassau in May?
- Expect about 113 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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