Month guide · Barbados
Barbados in December
What December is really like in Barbados: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: JERRYE AND ROY KLOTZ MD, CC BY-SA 3.0
Quick answer
December is one of the best months to visit Barbados. Expect average highs of 29°C (84°F), lows of 23°C (73°F), about 11 rainy days and roughly 11.4 hours of daylight. Drier, breezier weather arrives and the high season begins; Christmas and New Year are the most expensive weeks.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 29°C (84°F) / 23°C (73°F)
- Rainy days
- About 11
- Daylight
- About 11.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 27°C (81°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in December
December is the coolest month in Barbados: days average 29°C (84°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 23°C (73°F). Rain falls on roughly 11 of its 31 days. Compared with November (30°C (86°F)), December is about as warm; by January highs stay near 29°C (84°F).
- Sunrise (15 December)
- About 06:13
- Sunset (15 December)
- About 17:34
- Daylight
- About 11.4 hours
- Sea
- 27°C (81°F)
Hurricane peak (September–November). The wettest and quietest months, with lower prices and some hotel closures; storms are possible, so flexible plans and travel insurance help.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, December rates 5 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: December is one of the pricier months.
Events in December
- Run Barbados marathon series (usually early December)
- Christmas Day and Boxing Day celebrations
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in December
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Historic site · Bridgetown
Historic Bridgetown and its Garrison
Bridgetown's old centre and the British military Garrison to its south were listed by UNESCO in 2011 as an outstanding example of British colonial architecture.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- History
- Architecture
- Free
- Iconic
Experience · Oistins and Maxwell
Oistins Fish Fry
Arrive by about 7pm to eat before the queues peak, then stay for the music.
- Time needed
- 3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Food
- After dark
- Iconic
- Couples
Experience · Bridgetown
Kensington Oval
Barbados's main cricket ground hosted the 2007 Cricket World Cup final and the 2024 T20 World Cup final.
- Time needed
- Half a day for a match
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Active
Beach · Bridgetown
Carlisle Bay
Snorkel the wrecks early in the day, before the catamarans arrive.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Kids
The sea averages 27°C (81°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Barbados.
What to pack
For highs near 29°C, lows near 23°C and 11 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is December a good time to visit Barbados?
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Questions travellers ask
+Is December a good time to visit Barbados?
It is one of the best months to visit Barbados. Drier, breezier weather arrives and the high season begins; Christmas and New Year are the most expensive weeks.
+How warm is Barbados in December?
Average highs are around 29°C (84°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Barbados in December?
Expect rain on about 11 days of the month.