May 5 is generally a great time to visit Nassau. While there is a slight chance of rain (18%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 27°C weather. It's a lively time to explore Nassau, with most attractions operating at full capacity.
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Essential Travel Info for Nassau
Currency
BSD
$ Bahamian dollar
Language
English
Driving
Left side
Nassau Weather Forecast for May 5
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 27°C. 18% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Nassau in May
Based on historical data for May 5, Nassau typically experiences temperatures between 23.4°C and 27°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (18% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Nassau
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
27°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
23.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
29.1°C
🔥 Feels warmer
Rain Chance
18%
Avg 1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
37%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1016.4 hPa
Low volatility
Nassau Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 90% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 11 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 17 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 28 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
21.7°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Index
29.1°C
Feels hotter
😐 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Bahamas
Flight Traffic
Busy
69/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~61
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Nassau
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:32
☀️ Noon
12:07
🌇 Sunset
18:42
⏱️ Daylight
13h 10m
Wind Speed
24.3 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
11.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
73%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Nassau
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Nassau on May 5 averages 27°C with a 18% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 95/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Nassau Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
May 7
27.1°C • 14% rain
Score
100
May 8
27.1°C • 14% rain
Score
100
May 9
27.2°C • 13% rain
Score
100
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📍 Is Nassau Worth Visiting on May 5?
Planning a trip to Nassau on May 5? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 27°C with a 18% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 61 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 26.5°C (tropical bath). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.63m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 5 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 29.7°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 21.8°C in 2022.