World dive sites

Bahamas Diving

Land Temperature:
Dry winter season from November to May with average temperatures of 24°C.

May to October is rainy season with more humid temperatures around 30°C however the constant trade winds provide a cooling breeze. Tropical downpours are short and sharp, clearing quickly. The northern islands receive more rain than the southern islands.

Night temperature is about 5°C cooler than daytime.

Water Temperature:
November to May 22-26°C (72-78°F)
June to October 26-29°C (78-85°F)

When to go:
November to May is the dry season. Christmas can be very busy. So can February and March which is Spring Beak for American students.

Late summer and autumn is hurricane season although normally the islands get lucky as the hurricanes pass the islands on the way to mainland USA.

Wetsuit required:
3mm – 5mm

Visibility:
10-50m

Diving types:
Reefs and Wrecks. Very clear water

Experience Level:
Beginner to Experienced

Marine life:
Lots and lots of reef sharks. Dolphins

After diving:
Sailing, windsurfing, bone fishing, golf, sunbathing, casino, bacardi rum plant tour, duty free shopping