Rock Sound International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
RSD
ICAO Code
MYER
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Rock Sound International Airport serves Rock Sound on Eleuthera Island in The Bahamas. It is a small regional airport handling domestic/regional flights and charters connecting Eleuthera to Nassau and other islands. The facility is compact and primarily supports island travel rather than large international traffic.

Rock Sound International Airport
Elevation: 3 m
24.8917, -76.1776

Terminal Guide for Rock Sound International Airport #

The airport operates from a single small terminal building where check‑in and arrivals are handled; boarding is typically by walk across the tarmac for small regional aircraft. Facilities are minimal and oriented to short island hops and charter operations.

Getting to and From Rock Sound International Airport #

Ground transport is by local taxis or prearranged transfers; travel times to nearby settlements are short.

• Taxi/transfer - Standard method to reach local towns and accommodations. • Boat/ferry - For onward island travel, arrange water transfers from nearby harbors rather than the airport. • Driving - Short distances by road on Eleuthera; car hire is available on the island.

There is no rail/metro service; plan for road and sea links for onward journeys.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Rock Sound International Airport #

Passenger facilities are limited to a small café or vending options, basic seating and restrooms. Wi‑Fi and charging points may be limited; bring a power bank. There are no airline lounges or extensive retail offerings. Accessibility services should be discussed with your airline in advance.

Hotels and Layovers at Rock Sound International Airport #

Accommodation on Eleuthera is located in nearby settlements and resort areas rather than at the airport. For bookings with international chains use parent hotel sites such as [hilton.com] or [marriott.com]. For short stays, look for inns or guesthouses in Rock Sound or nearby Harbour Island and confirm transfer options with your host.

Tips for Rock Sound International Airport #

  • If you need boat or ferry connections to other islands, organize these from Rock Sound or nearby settlements - schedules vary.
  • Services at smaller Bahamian airports can be limited; bring snacks and cash for taxis.
  • Confirm inter‑island flight baggage rules - small aircraft often have stricter weight limits.

Weather & Climate near Rock Sound International Airport #

Climate

Rock Sound International Airport'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 18°C to 32°C. Moderate rainfall (998 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 22 Good
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryMarchApril
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
16°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
19° 24°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
10.7h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 25°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.2h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 29 mm.

92 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
21° 27°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 29°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (154 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
25° 30°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

154 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.5h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (83 mm).

76 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

August

August is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (112 mm).

74 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 32°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

130 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (166 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

166 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).

88 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
21° 27°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
10.8h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).

90 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
20° 25°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

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