What to do in December in the Bahamas – 2025

The Bahamas, or The Bahama Islands, is an archipelago consisting of many islands in the Atlantic Ocean east of Florida. The country is made up of about 2,000 islands if you include the cays, which are small islands that are formed on coral reefs. Not densely populated, the Bahamas is renowned for its natural beauty, unique culture, and is a popular tropical vacation destination.

Before we have a look at what you can do in the Bahamas, let's first look at the weather you can expect in December.

Contents

1 December weather in the Bahamas
2 Things to see and do in the Bahamas
3 Shopping in the Bahamas
4 Activities in the Bahamas
5 Restaurants in the Bahamas
6 More things to see in the Bahamas
7 More information about the Bahamas
8 What to do in the Bahamas in other months
9 Weather in the Bahamas for each month

December weather in the Bahamas

To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in December in the Bahamas, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if December is comfortable or humid

Generally, December in the Bahamas will be really nice. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 75°F / 24°C. But due to the moderate humidity it can feel slightly uncomfortable for some. During the night, it will cool down to around 73°F / 23°C. Many will prefer a location with air conditioning due to the night temperature, and the high humidity level.

the Bahamas has rainy days in December. You can expect around 9 rainy days, with on average 1.5 inches / 38 mm of rain during the whole month.

But remember that rain can be short and heavy for many tropical locations, particularly during the rainy season. It means that the number of days with rain and the amount of rain can be high, but you will still see many lovely days with a short period of heavy rain.

Wintersun Comfort grade and huricane risk

The forecast for December 2025 is based on historical data and are averages. They will give a good indication what you can expect, but the daily temperature and rain will fluctuate during the month.

Things to see and do in the Bahamas

the Bahamas has many things to soo. With help from our visitors we have dived a list of things to see in. If you have any sugestions or improvements for this list, please let us know.

Atlantis Paradise Island

LandmarkThroughout the Year

Atlantis Paradise Island is a resort with a waterpark, aquarium, entertainment complex, luxury spa, gym, bar, and much more.

Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park

LandmarkThroughout the Year

Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park have many cays where luxury resorts are built. A few are the private residences of Hollywood actors.

Nassau

LandmarkThroughout the Year

Nassau is an island with a zoo, museum, colonial buildings, shops, sandy beaches, palm trees, conservation centers, and gardens.

Grand Bahama Island

Nature/Wild LifeThroughout the Year

Grand Bahama Island has one of the planet's most extended underwater cave chains. It has many national parks and all-inclusive resorts.

Harbour Island

Nature/Wild LifeThroughout the Year

Harbour Island is the oldest settlement with the first parliament. The beaches have pink sand, and golf carts are drawn in the narrow streets.

Shopping in the Bahamas

The best part of shopping in the Bahamas is you don't have to pay any sales tax. Cigars, alcohol, clothes and other items cost much lesser than anywhere else, which is what is making Bahamas a shopper's paradise. The main shopping areas on the island are: the Port Lucaya Marketplace, and the International Bazaar.

Activities in the Bahamas

Trying the "goombay smash" drink

Blue Lagoon Island

Go for a swim at Blue Lagoon Island

Fishing

Deep- fishing and sailing

Arawak Cay

Visit Arawak Cay

Harbour Island

Harbour Island a perfect location for a walk.

Casino

Take a chance at one of the casinos

Bahama Rum

Sample trying some of the country's rum. New Providence Island's John Watling's Distillery is considered one of the country's best places to sample the liquor and learn more about the rum-making process.

Nassau Forts

Visit the Forts of Nassau

Bonefishing

Go Bonefishing

Atlantis Waterscape

Spend an afternoon at Atlantis Waterscape.

Junkanoo

Junkanoo - Celebrate Christmas. The main event occurs between Christmas and New Year's Day.

Snorkeling

Enjoy the wildlife under the sea.

Pink Sand Beach

Relax and take love photos at the Pink Sand Beach.

Port Lucaya Marketplace

Explore Port Lucaya Marketplace.

Queen's Staircase

Take a walk up the Queen's Staircase.

Nassau Straw Market

Shop at the Nassau Straw Market

Nassau Museum

Visit the Pirates of Nassau Museum

Sports

Follow cricket and football

Flamingos

Visit the Flamingos (and other wildlife)

Exuma

Embark on a historical tour of Exuma

Lucayan National Park

Take a stroll through the caves at Lucayan National Park.

Restaurants in the Bahamas

Ordinary meals can be purchased for anywhere from $5.00 (approx. €4, £4, $7 CAD, $8 AUD) to $25.00 (approx. €24, £20, $35 CAD, $40 AUD) a plate. Authentic island food can be found at the Fish Fry, a collection of small open air restaurants where many locals hang out.

More things to see in the Bahamas

Other top attraction sites

Atlantis Paradise Island, Harbour Island, Aquaventure, Cable Beach, Cat Cay, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, and Blue Lagoon Island.

Nature & Parks

The Bahamas National Trust is concerned with the preservation of wildlife and the conservation of some two dozen national parks, including Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park.

The Beaches

The calm, turquoise waters and soft, powdery sand of the beaches have earned them top honors as some of the best in the world: Treasure Cay Beach in The Abacos, Gold Rock Beach on Grand Bahama Island, Cape Santa Maria Beach on Long Island, and Harbour Island's Pink Sand Beach.