Acklins
Island Sparse Bahamian island district known for fishing and cays
In the southern Bahamas, Acklins Island offers long sandy bays, shallow flats and fishing communities. Anglers and divers visit for bonefishing, conch-rich waters and a quiet island pace.
Acklins is an island and district in the southern Bahamas composed of cays and shallow banks. It is a low-lying island chain characterised by salt ponds, sandy beaches and reef-protected lagoons.
Local activity centres on small-scale fishing, subsistence agriculture and tourism linked to sport fishing and quiet beach stays. The island has few large settlements and retains much of its natural coastal environment.
Acklins lies within the Bahamas archipelago in the Atlantic, southeast of the main island clusters and accessible by regional boat or air services from larger Bahamian centres.
- Recreation and wildlife: The island is sparsely populated and known for natural beaches, shallow banks and fishing, including bonefishing in surrounding waters.
How to Get to Acklins #
Acklins is reached by regional flight connections from Nassau and by occasional boat services. Check local schedules and charter options; travel between islands can be weather-dependent.
Tips for Visiting Acklins #
- Acklins is a dispersed Bahamian island with limited tourist infrastructure; arrange accommodation and boat transfers in advance.
- Salt ponds and bonefish flats are the island's highlights - bring appropriate fishing or birdwatching kit.
Best Time to Visit Acklins #
Visit in the dry season for the most reliable weather and calm seas; infrastructure is basic year-round.
Weather & Climate near Acklins #
Tropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 20°C to 32°C. Moderate rainfall (737 mm/year).
January
January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 24 mm.
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March
March is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 22°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 23°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 24°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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July
July is hot with highs of 32°C and lows of 25°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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August
August is the hottest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 25°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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September
September is hot with highs of 31°C and lows of 25°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).
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October
October is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (128 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and breezy conditions.
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December
December is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).
