Month guide · Nassau · Bahamas
Nassau in July
What July is really like in Nassau: 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
July is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 25°C (77°F), about 12 rainy days and roughly 13.5 hours of daylight. Hot, humid and busy with summer-holiday families.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 25°C (77°F)
- Rainy days
- About 12
- Daylight
- About 13.5 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in July
July is the warmest month in Nassau: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 28°C (82°F), and nights fall to about 25°C (77°F). Rain falls on roughly 12 of its 31 days. Compared with June (31°C (88°F)), July is about as warm; by August highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 06:29
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 20:02
- Daylight
- About 13.5 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F)
Early summer (May–June). Warmer seas and lower prices, with afternoon showers increasing in June.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 4 for crowds (the peak is March at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: July is one of the pricier months.
Events in July
- Independence Day celebrations (10 July)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in July
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Market · Downtown Nassau
Nassau Straw Market
Bargaining is expected; ask vendors which items are locally made.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Shopping
- Free
- Rainy day
Gallery · Downtown Nassau
National Art Gallery of The Bahamas
Housed in Villa Doyle, a restored 19th-century mansion on West Hill Street, the gallery shows Bahamian art from the 20th century to the present, including works by Amos Ferguson and contemporary artists.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Art
- Rainy day
- Off the beaten path
- History
Historic site · Downtown Nassau
Nassau Public Library
Step in for a few minutes when passing Parliament Square; it is free and cool.
- Time needed
- 20 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Rainy day
- Off the beaten path
Theme park · Paradise Island
Atlantis Aquaventure
The Atlantis resort's water park has slides through shark-filled tanks, including the Leap of Faith from a Mayan temple replica, a lazy river with rapids and large pools.
- Time needed
- Full day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Kids
- Iconic
- Active
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Nassau.
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 25°C and 12 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Nassau?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, December–April are better overall. Compare every month.
Nassau in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Nassau?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Hot, humid and busy with summer-holiday families.
+How warm is Nassau in July?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Nassau in July?
Expect rain on about 12 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.