Little San Salvador Island

Island Private Bahamian island on Cat Island, sandy beaches

Also called Half Moon Cay, a Bahamian island popular with cruise passengers for white-sand beaches, snorkeling, beachside excursions and short boat tours.

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Little San Salvador Island
24.5727, -75.9320

How to Get to Little San Salvador Island #

Reached by boat from Cat Island and nearby islands; private charters are common for day visits. Check local operators for schedules and safety information.

Tips for Visiting Little San Salvador Island #

  • If visiting as a day trip, arrange boat transport in advance from Cat Island or nearby ports; services are sporadic.
  • Bring snorkeling gear - the waters around the island are clear and reefs accessible from shallow beaches.
  • Respect private properties and local residents; small islands have limited services.

Best Time to Visit Little San Salvador Island #

Visit in the dry season for calmer seas and the best snorkeling visibility.

Dry season
November-April · 24-30°C
Calmer seas and good snorkeling conditions.
Wet season
May-October · 22-28°C
Shorter rains can occur; watch for trade-wind squalls.

Weather & Climate near Little San Salvador Island #

Climate

Little San Salvador Island's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 19°C to 32°C. Moderate rainfall (955 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 25°

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 25°

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 26 mm.

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 27°

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 27°

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
25° 30°

Weather

150 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is hot with highs of 32°C and lows of 25°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
25° 32°

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is the hottest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm).

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
26° 32°

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is hot with highs of 31°C and lows of 25°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°

Weather

124 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (167 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°

Weather

167 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 28°

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
21° 26°

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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