Rum CayRum Cay at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Rum Cay
November-April offers generally calmer seas and better diving conditions.
Dry season
November-April · 24-30°C
Calmer seas and better visibility for diving and snorkeling.
Wet season
May-October · 23-29°C
Occasional tropical showers; hurricane season peaks in late summer and autumn.
Weather & Climate near Rum Cay
Climate
Rum Cay'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 (948 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 20
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 19° - 25° | 22° | 54 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 20° - 26° | 23° | 38 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 21° - 27° | 24° | 32 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 22° - 28° | 25° | 44 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 24° - 29° | 26° | 103 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 25° - 30° | 27° | 123 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 25° - 31° | 28° | 54 mm | - | - | 5.5 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 25° - 32° | 29° | 86 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 25° - 31° | 28° | 104 mm | - | - | 5.8 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 178 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 23° - 28° | 25° | 78 mm | - | - | 6.8 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 21° - 27° | 24° | 54 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Rum Cay
Access is typically by private boat or inter-island charter from Nassau or nearby larger islands. Scheduled commercial services are limited; travelers should arrange transport in advance.
Tips for Visiting Rum Cay
- Bring snorkelling gear-the island's reefs are among the main attractions for day trips.
- Check boat schedules and fuel availability; services between Rum Cay and Nassau are limited and often weather-dependent.
- Visit the Blue Hole and Sapodilla Bay early in the day to avoid the heat and afternoon chop.