Great Bermuda, Bermuda Island
Main island of Bermuda, British Overseas Territory
Great Bermuda, Bermuda at a Glance#
Address: Great Bermuda (Great Bermuda Island), Bermuda (approx. coordinates 32.30222, -64.75944)
Hours: Open year-round
Admission: Free
How to Get to Great Bermuda, Bermuda#
Great Bermuda is reached by regular ferries and small-hire boats from Hamilton and other Bermuda harbors; private charters are common. On-island travel is mostly by taxi, rental moped, or by walking between nearby coves; distances are generally short but roads can be narrow.
Tips for Visiting Great Bermuda, Bermuda#
- Stand on the windward cliffs late afternoon to watch light fracturing on the sea - the island's limestone throws spectacular shadows.
- If attempting any snorkeling, check local tide tables and expect strong currents; hire a local guide rather than improvise.
- Respect private property; many coves are bordered by small farms or private moorings.
Best Time to Visit Great Bermuda, Bermuda#
Island visits are pleasant from spring through autumn; be mindful of hurricane season (August-October) and local advisories.
Weather & Climate near Great Bermuda, Bermuda#
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and mild winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 15°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1512 mm/year), wettest in October.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 16° - 21° | 18° | 130 mm | - | - | 6.5 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 15° - 21° | 18° | 141 mm | - | - | 6.5 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 16° - 22° | 19° | 107 mm | - | - | 6.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 17° - 22° | 20° | 90 mm | - | - | 5.7 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 20° - 25° | 22° | 77 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 22° - 27° | 25° | 132 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 24° - 29° | 27° | 155 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 25° - 30° | 27° | 129 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 23° - 29° | 26° | 140 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 21° - 26° | 24° | 179 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 19° - 24° | 22° | 105 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 17° - 22° | 19° | 127 mm | - | - | 5.9 m/s | - | - |
