Climate and Weather

Being so close to the equator, Barbados doesn’t have four distinct seasons but rather a wet season and a dry season. The dry season in Barbados lasts from December until May. The average temperature in Barbados during the dry season is between 24 and 28 degrees Celsius (75 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit). Humidity levels in Barbados range between 70 and 76% throughout the year. A key feature of Barbados weather, particularly in summer, is the cool and refreshing trade wind, which can make nights even a little chilly.

The rainy season in Barbados runs from June to November. Average temperatures in Barbados during the rainy season are 24 to 28 degrees Celsius (75 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit). Humidity levels peak at 76% during this time of year, with September and October being the most humid months. November tends to experience the most rain with tropical rainstorms being the norm. Barbados lies just south of the main hurricane belt, so the storms that tend to move across the Caribbean don’t make landfall in Barbados.

The best time to go to Barbados

The best time to visit Barbados is during dry season in December, January, February, March, April or May. The summer, or rainy season is off-season in Barbados, tropical storms are common but it is still possible to enjoy the beaches and island weather. Peak season lasts from December to April. This time of the year prices tend to go up.

Average Temperatures in Barbados

Summer Air Temperature – 25ºC to 30ºC

Winter Air Temperature – 23ºC to 27ºC

Average Sea Temperature – 25ºC to 28ºC