The month in detail
What to expect in December
In December, Barbados sees 27°C during the day with 6.3h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (23% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (8.8/10) remains theoretically better.
December ranks 5 out of 12 months in Barbados. Compared to November: 9 pts fewer rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
20°
Sea
28°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 31
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Barbados is April (8.8/10), 0.5 pt higher than December.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Barbados
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyDollar de la Barbade ($)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.02°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthSeptember · 29°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 27°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 39%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Other destinations in December
If December doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
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Location
Where is Barbados ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
BarbadosTropical climate with a 8.8 → 7.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
13.19°N · 59.54°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Barbados?
April is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 23.0°C lows, 7.6h of sunshine and 17.0% rainy days. The months of April & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Barbados get in April?
Barbados averages 7.6 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.4/10.
What is the rainiest month in Barbados?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Barbados in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 23.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Barbados good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Barbados scores 7.9/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 8.4/10.
When should you avoid Barbados?
August is the most difficult month to visit Barbados, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Barbados in December?
In December, the sea averages 28°C in Barbados: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Barbados in December?
The average UV index reaches 7 in December in Barbados (high), with about 11.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.