Powerboat Abacos, Bahamas

Cruising Conditions

General Conditions
The trade winds that blow almost continually throughout The Bahamas give the islands a warm agreeable climate, which varies little year round. The most refreshing time is from December through February when the temperature averages 70-75°F (21-24°C).
The rest of the year is a bit warmer with temperatures between 80-85°F (27-29°C).

• The weather at this base is comparable to Miami, Florida; mostly sunny with some clouds.
• Clients should dress for sun and sand and bring a light jacket for the evenings when it's cooler.

Historical Weather (Averages by month):

Weather Forecasts

• The base provides clients with daily weather forecasts.
• The Cruiser Net: VHF channel 68, daily at 0815 hrs.
• Radio Abaco: FM radio 93.5, daily at 0800 and 1800 hrs.

Dominant Winds:
Winter

• NE 5 - 20 knots.
• Occasional cold fronts pass through bringing stronger winds from the West.
• These fronts pass quickly and the wind clocks back to the NE when they have passed.

Summer

• SE 5 - 20 knots.
• Occasional afternoon thunderstorms bring stronger winds and brief showers.

Temperatures:

• High temperatures range from 75 °F (23 °C) in January through to 95 °F (35 °C) in August.
• Temperatures can dip into the 60’s (16 °C) with the occasional cold front in winter.

Tides:

• The tidal range in The Bahamas is up to 3.5 feet.
• A copy of the tidal charts is provided in the client’s charter folder at the base.
• Due to the shallow nature of these waters it is extremely important that close attention is paid to the tide while underway as well as entering and departing harbours.