Bahamas Meteorology

BAHAMAS PUBLIC FORECAST

BAHAMAS PUBLIC FORECAST FOR TONIGHT, TOMORROW AND THE NEXT SIX (6) DAYS, ISSUED BY THE BAHAMAS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY AT 6:00 P.M. EDT, Tuesday, June 23, 2026. THE NEXT SCHEDULED FORECAST WILL BE ISSUED AT 6:00 A.M. EDT TOMORROW.

WARNING IN EFFECT:
HEAT ADVISORY: A heat advisory remains in effect for the Northern and portions of the Northwest Bahamas (inclusive of the islands of Grand Bahama, Bimini, Abaco and The Berry Islands). The public should remain hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activities and seek shaded areas during peak heat hours.

DUST ADVISORY: A Dust Advisory is now in effect for the Northern,
Northwest and Central Bahamas. Moderate Saharan dust concentrations are affecting the aforementioned areas, reducing visibility and impacting air quality. Residents, especially those with respiratory conditions, should take the necessary precautions to safeguard their health.

GENERAL SITUATION: Hot and humid conditions will continue throughout the archipelago while a broad Atlantic high pressure system sits over the Bahamas. Moderate to fresh winds and calm to moderate seas is throughout the island chain. Dust particles are migrating into the Northern Islands while skies in the Southeast parts of the country begin to clear.

OUTLOOK: A secondary plume of Saharan dust and broad ridging will dominate all areas through to midweek. These features will act to suppress rainfall and convective activity while maintaining very warm temperatures. By Thursday, increasing troughing over the northern islands is expected to raise shower and thunderstorm chances once again heading into the weekend.

SPECIAL WEATHER NOTES:
RIP CURRENTS: There is a slight to moderate risk of rip currents
along Atlantic-exposed beaches of the archipelago. Beachgoers,
especially those in the Central & Southeast Bahamas, are urged to
exercise caution.

UV IINDEX: Members of the public are advised to wear protective
clothing and sunscreen, and seek shaded areas while outside during peak sunshine hours (11am – 4pm), as UV indices are expected to be in the very high to extreme range.

NORTHERN BAHAMAS
(INCLUDING GRAND BAHAMA, ABACO, BIMINI & ADJACENT WATERS):
SKY CONDITIONS: Fair tonight, becoming a mix of sun and clouds
tomorrow.
PRECIPITATION: 10 to 20% chance of isolated showers and thunderstorms.
WINDS: Southeast to south at 10 to 15 knots.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 90ºF – 93ºF / 32ºC – 34ºC
MINIMUM: 77ºF – 81ºF / 25ºC – 27ºC
HEAT INDEX: 102ºF – 106ºF / 39ºC – 41ºC

NORTHWEST BAHAMAS
(INCLUDING NEW PROVIDENCE, ANDROS, THE BERRY ISLANDS, ELEUTHERA & ADJACENT WATERS):
SKY CONDITIONS: Fair tonight, partly to mostly sunny tomorrow.
PRECIPITATION: 10 to20% chance of isolated showers or a thunderstorm.
WINDS: Southeast at 10 to 15 knots.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 88ºF – 91ºF / 31ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 77ºF – 81ºF / 25ºC – 27ºC
HEAT INDEX: 100ºF – 104ºF / 38ºC – 40ºC

CENTRAL BAHAMAS
(INCLUDING EXUMA, CAT ISLAND, LONG ISLAND, SAN SALVADOR, RUM CAY & ADJACENT WATERS):
SKY CONDITIONS: Fair tonight, partly to mostly sunny tomorrow.
PRECIPITATION: 10% chance of showers.
WINDS: Easterly at 15 knots.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 88ºF – 91ºF / 31ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 77ºF – 81ºF / 25ºC – 27ºC
HEAT INDEX: 100ºF – 104ºF / 38ºC – 40ºC

SOUTHEAST BAHAMAS
(INCLUDING INAGUA, ACKLINS, CROOKED ISLAND, MAYAGUANA, RAGGED ISLAND & ADJACENT WATERS):
SKY CONDITIONS: Fair tonight, partly sunny tomorrow.
PRECIPITATION: 10% chance of showers.
WINDS: Easterly at 15 to 20 knots with higher gusts.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 88ºF – 91ºF / 31ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 77ºF – 81ºF / 25ºC – 27ºC
HEAT INDEX: 100ºF – 104ºF / 38ºC – 40ºC

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK: Tropical cyclone formation is not expected during the next seven (7) days.

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR THURSDAY 25TH JUNE, 2026.
SKY CONDITIONS: Northern Bahamas: Variably cloudy.
Elsewhere: Partly sunny and hazy.
PRECIPITATION: Northern Bahamas: 20 to 30% showers and isolated thunderstorms.
Elsewhere: 10 to 30% chance of showers or isolated thunderstorm
WINDS: Northern and Northwest Bahamas: Southeast to south at 10 to 15 knots.
Central Bahamas: East to southeast at 15 to 20 knots
Southeast Bahamas: East to southeast 15 to 20 knots, with higher
gusts.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 84ºF – 92ºF / 29ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 73ºF – 81ºF / 23ºC – 27ºC
HEAT INDEX: 96ºF – 104ºF / 36ºC – 40ºC

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR FRIDAY 26TH JUNE, 2026.
SKY CONDITIONS: All Areas: Mix of sun and clouds.
PRECIPITATION: All areas: 10 to 30% showers and isolated
thunderstorms.
WINDS: Northern and Northwest Bahamas: Southeast to south at 10 to 15 knots.
Central and Southeast Bahamas: East to southeast 15 to 20 knots.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 86ºF – 92ºF / 30ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 75ºF – 81ºF / 24ºC – 27ºC
HEAT INDEX: 96ºF – 104ºF / 36ºC – 40ºC

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR SATURDAY 27TH JUNE, 2026.
SKY CONDITIONS: Northern Bahamas: A mix of sun and clouds.
Elsewhere: Partly cloudy.
PRECIPITATION: All Areas: 10 to 30% chance of showers with the chance of isolated thunderstorms.
WINDS: Northern Bahamas: Southeasterly at 10 to 15 knots, falling
light and variable.
Northwest Bahamas: Southeasterly at 15 knots with higher gusts.
Central and Southeast Bahamas: East to southeast at 15 to 20 knots.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 86ºF – 92ºF / 30ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 75ºF – 81ºF / 24ºC – 27º C
HEAT INDEX: 98ºF – 104ºF / 37ºC – 40ºC

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR SUNDAY 28TH JUNE, 2026.
SKY CONDITIONS: All Areas: A mix of sun and clouds, turning fair to
partly cloudy at night.
PRECIPITATION: All Areas: 10 to 30% chance of showers with the chance of isolated thunderstorms.
WINDS: Northern and Northwest Bahamas: East to southeast at 10 to 15 knots, falling light and variable at times.
Central and Southeast Bahamas: East-northeast to east-southeast at 15 knots, decreasing 10 to 15 knots by nightfall.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 86ºF – 92ºF / 30ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 75ºF – 81ºF / 24ºC – 27ºC
HEAT INDEX: 98ºF – 104ºF / 37ºC – 40ºC

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR MONDAY 29TH JUNE, 2026.
SKY CONDITIONS: All Areas: A mix of sun and clouds, turning fair to
partly cloudy at night.
PRECIPITATION: All Areas: 10 to 30% chance of showers with the chance of isolated thunderstorms.
WINDS: Northern, Northwest and Central Bahamas: East-northeast to east-southeast at 10 to 15 knots, falling light and variable at
times.
Southeast Bahamas: East to southeast at 15 knots with higher gusts.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 86ºF – 92ºF / 30ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 75ºF – 81ºF / 24ºC – 27ºC
HEAT INDEX: 98ºF – 104ºF / 37ºC – 40ºC

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR TUESDAY 30TH, JUNE 2026.
SKY CONDITIONS: Northern and Northwest Bahamas: Partly cloudy with pockets of sunshine
Central and Southeast Bahamas: A mix of sun and cloud.
PRECIPITATION: Northern and Northwest Bahamas: 20 to 40% chance of widely scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms
Central and Southeast Bahamas: 10 to 20% chance of isolated showers and a thunderstorm.
WINDS: Northern, Northwest and Central Bahamas: Southeast to South at 10 knots or less falling light and variable at times.
Southeast Bahamas: East to southeast at 10 to 15 knots.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 86ºF – 92ºF / 30ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 75ºF – 81ºF / 24ºC – 27ºC
HEAT INDEX: 98ºF – 104ºF / 37ºC – 40ºC

SUNRISE: 6:22 WED
SUNSET: 8:01 PM WED
MOONSET: 2:14 AM WED
MOONRISE: 3:44 PM WED

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FORECASTER: MAF

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BAHAMAS PUBLIC FORECAST

BAHAMAS PUBLIC FORECAST FOR TONIGHT AND THE NEXT SIX (6) DAYS, ISSUED BY THE BAHAMAS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY AT 6:00 P.M. EDT, Monday, June 22, 2026. THE NEXT SCHEDULED FORECAST WILL BE ISSUED AT 6:00 A.M. EDT TOMORROW.

WARNING IN EFFECT: A Heat Advisory remains in effect for the Northern and portions of the Northwest Bahamas (inclusive of the islands of Grand Bahama, Bimini, Abaco and The Berry Islands). The public should remain hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activities and seek shaded areas during peak heat hours.

A Dust Advisory is now in effect for the Central and Southeast Bahamas, as well as the Turks & Caicos Islands. Moderate Saharan dust concentrations are affecting the aforementioned areas, reducing visibility and impacting air quality. Residents, especially those with respiratory conditions, should take the necessary precautions to safeguard their health.

GENERAL SITUATION: A broad area of high pressure will continue to strengthen across the archipelago overnight, allowing a Saharan dust plume to migrate into the Northern Bahamas by early Tuesday. As a result, reduced rain chances, hazy conditions and warmer than usual temperatures are anticipated for the entire island chain.

Outlook: A secondary plume of Saharan dust and broad ridging will dominate all areas through to midweek. These features will act to suppress rainfall and convective activity while maintaining very warm temperatures. By Thursday, increasing troughing over the northern islands is expected to raise shower and thunderstorm chances once again heading into the weekend.



SPECIAL WEATHER NOTES:

Rip Currents: There is a slight to moderate risk of rip currents along Atlantic-exposed beaches of the archipelago. Beachgoers are urged to exercise caution.

UV Index: On Tuesday, members of the public are advised to wear protective clothing and sunscreen, and seek shaded areas while outside during peak sunshine hours (10am – 4pm), as UV indices are expected to be in the very high to extreme range.



NORTHERN BAHAMAS (INCLUDING GRAND BAHAMA, ABACO, BIMINI & ADJACENT WATERS):

SKY CONDITIONS: Mostly fair with a few cloudy periods overnight, turning partly sunny on Tuesday.

PRECIPITATION: 10 – 30% chance of showers with possible thunderstorms.

WINDS: Southeast to south at 10 to 15 knots, falling light and variable at times.

TEMPERATURES:

MINIMUM: 77ºF – 81ºF / 25ºC – 27ºC

MAXIMUM: 90ºF – 93ºF / 32ºC – 34ºC

HEAT INDEX: 102ºF – 106ºF / 39ºC – 41ºC



NORTHWEST BAHAMAS (INCLUDING NEW PROVIDENCE, ANDROS, THE BERRY ISLANDS, ELEUTHERA & ADJACENT WATERS):

SKY CONDITIONS: Mostly fair tonight, turning mostly sunny and a bit hazy on Tuesday.

PRECIPITATION: 10% chance of showers.

WINDS: East-southeast to south-southeast at 10 to 15 knots.

TEMPERATURES:

MINIMUM: 77ºF – 81ºF / 25ºC – 27ºC

MAXIMUM: 88ºF – 91ºF / 31ºC – 33ºC

HEAT INDEX: 100ºF – 104ºF / 38ºC – 40ºC



CENTRAL BAHAMAS (INCLUDING EXUMA, CAT ISLAND, LONG ISLAND, SAN SALVADOR, RUM CAY & ADJACENT WATERS):

SKY CONDITIONS: Mostly fair tonight, turning mostly sunny and a bit hazy on Tuesday.

PRECIPITATION: 10% chance of showers.

WINDS: Easterly at 15 knots.

TEMPERATURES:

MINIMUM: 77ºF – 81ºF / 25ºC – 27ºC

MAXIMUM: 88ºF – 91ºF / 31ºC – 33ºC

HEAT INDEX: 100ºF – 104ºF / 38ºC – 40ºC



SOUTHEAST BAHAMAS (INCLUDING INAGUA, ACKLINS, CROOKED ISLAND, MAYAGUANA, RAGGED ISLAND & ADJACENT WATERS):

SKY CONDITIONS: Mostly fair tonight, turning mostly sunny and a bit hazy on Tuesday.

PRECIPITATION: 10% chance of showers.

WINDS: Easterly at 15 to 20 knots with higher gusts.

TEMPERATURES:

MINIMUM: 77ºF – 81ºF / 25ºC – 27ºC

MAXIMUM: 88ºF – 91ºF / 31ºC – 33ºC

HEAT INDEX: 100ºF – 104ºF / 38ºC – 40ºC



TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK: Tropical cyclone formation is not expected during the next seven (7) days.

SUNSET: 08:01 PM
SUNRISE: 06:21 AM TUE

MOONSET: 01:42 AM TUE
MOONRISE: 2:49 PM TUE





THE BAHAMAS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY

Email: [email protected] or [email protected]



FORECASTER: CWR



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SEVERE WEATHER WARNING CANCELLATION
The Bahamas Department of Meteorology has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning valid from 1:00 AM Monday 22nd June 2026.
The Severe Weather warning for New Providence and its adjacent waters and cays has been cancelled.

At 12:48 am, lightning detection, observation, radar, and satellite imagery depicted that the cluster of moderate to heavy showers and embedded thunderstorms have weakened.

Issued by: The Bahamas Department of Meteorology
Issued JUNE/22/2026 @ 1:00 AM

SEVERE WEATHER WARNING UPDATE
The Bahamas Department of Meteorology has re-issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning valid from 11:15 PM, Sunday 21st June 2026 to 1:15 AM Monday 22nd June 2026.

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is NOW in effect for New Providence and its adjacent waters and cays.

The Severe Weather warning for North Eleuthera (from Current Island to Upper Bogue) along with their adjacent waters and cays has been cancelled.

At 11:12 pm, lightning detection, observation, radar, and satellite imagery depicted a cluster of moderate to heavy showers and embedded thunderstorms moving across and towards the warning areas. These showers and thunderstorms are associated with troughing combined with lingering tropical moisture near the warning areas.

Some of these showers will be locally heavy and thunderstorms will be strong and severe at times causing strong gusty winds, dangerous lightning, heavy downpours, possible hail, waterspout and/or tornadic activity. Localized flooding is also possible during these storms.

Boaters in the warning areas should seek safe harbor and residents should stay indoors and away from windows when conditions worsen. Residents should not seek shelter under trees or in water as these can become lightning conductors.

Issued by: The Bahamas Department of Meteorology
Issued JUNE/21/2026 @ 11:15 PM

SEVERE WEATHER WARNING

The Bahamas Department of Meteorology has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning valid from 10:30 PM to 11:50 PM, Sunday 21st June 2026.

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is NOW in effect for North Eleuthera (from Current Island to Upper Bogue) along with their adjacent waters and cays.

At 10:30 pm, lightning detection, observation, radar, and satellite imagery depicted a cluster of moderate to heavy showers and embedded thunderstorms moving across and towards the warning areas. These showers and thunderstorms are associated with troughing combined with lingering tropical moisture near the warning areas.

Some of these showers will be locally heavy and thunderstorms will be strong and severe at times causing strong gusty winds, dangerous lightning, heavy downpours, possible hail, waterspout and/or tornadic activity. Localized flooding is also possible during these storms.

Boaters in the warning areas should seek safe harbor and residents should stay indoors and away from windows when conditions worsen. Residents should not seek shelter under trees or in water as these can become lightning conductors.

Issued by: The Bahamas Department of Meteorology
Issued JUNE/21/2026 @ 10:30 PM

BAHAMAS PUBLIC FORECAST

BAHAMAS PUBLIC FORECAST FOR TONIGHT AND THE NEXT SIX (6) DAYS, ISSUED BY THE BAHAMAS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY AT 6:00 P.M. EDT, Sunday, June 21, 2026. THE NEXT SCHEDULED FORECAST WILL BE ISSUED AT 6:00 A.M. EDT TOMORROW.



WARNING IN EFFECT: A Heat Advisory remains in effect for the Northern and portions of the Northwest Bahamas (inclusive of the islands of Grand Bahama, Bimini, Abaco and The Berry Islands). The public should remain hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activities and seek shaded areas during peak heat hours.

A Dust Advisory is now in effect for the Central and Southeast Bahamas, as well as the Turks & Caicos Islands. Moderate Saharan dust concentrations are affecting the aforementioned areas, reducing visibility and impacting air quality. Residents, especially those with respiratory conditions, should take the necessary precautions to safeguard their health.



GENERAL SITUATION: Lingering moisture will continue to keep hot and humid conditions in place, while triggering isolated showers and short-lived thunderstorms across the northern territories throughout the period. Elsewhere, a dense plume of Saharan Dust embedded within a prominent ridge building across the area will continue to blanket the Central and Southeast Bahamas tonight, eventually spreading into the Northwest Bahamas on Monday. This will allow for an increasingly stable weather regime across the majority of the islands for the start of the work week.

Outlook: Over the next few days, expect slight to moderate seas across the chain of islands along with moderate to fresh breezes. Winds may occasionally gust strong across portions of the Southeast Bahamas by late Monday into Tuesday. Weak troughing and tropical moisture will persist over the Northern Bahamas through Tuesday, keeping showers and thunderstorms in the forecast for those islands. Over the remainder of the country, a secondary plume of Saharan dust and broad ridging will dominate, acting to suppress rainfall and convective activity while maintaining very warm temperatures. By Thursday, increasing troughing over the northern islands is expected to raise shower and thunderstorm chances once again on Friday into Saturday.



SPECIAL WEATHER NOTES:

Rip Currents: There is a slight risk of rip currents along Atlantic-exposed beaches of the archipelago. Beachgoers are urged to exercise caution.

UV Index: On Monday, Members of the public are advised to wear protective clothing and sunscreen, and seek shaded areas while outside during peak sunshine hours (10am – 4pm), as UV indices are expected to be in the very high to extreme range.





NORTHERN BAHAMAS (INCLUDING GRAND BAHAMA, ABACO, BIMINI & ADJACENT WATERS):

SKY CONDITIONS: Mostly fair tonight. Expect a mix of sun and clouds on Monday.

PRECIPITATION: 20 – 30% chance of showers with thunderstorms.

WINDS: Southeast to south at 10 knots or less, falling light and variable at times overnight, increasing 10 to 15 knots on Monday.

TEMPERATURES:

MINIMUM: 77ºF – 81ºF / 25ºC – 27ºC

MAXIMUM: 91ºF – 95ºF / 33ºC – 35ºC

HEAT INDEX: 104ºF – 112ºF / 40ºC – 44ºC



NORTHWEST BAHAMAS (INCLUDING NEW PROVIDENCE, ANDROS, THE BERRY ISLANDS, ELEUTHERA & ADJACENT WATERS):

SKY CONDITIONS: Mostly fair tonight, turning partly sunny and hazy on Monday.

PRECIPITATION: 10 – 20% chance of showers.

WINDS: East-southeast to south-southeast at 10 to 15 knots, falling light and variable at times.

TEMPERATURES:

MINIMUM: 77ºF – 81ºF / 25ºC – 27ºC

MAXIMUM: 90ºF – 93ºF / 32ºC – 34ºC

HEAT INDEX: 98ºF – 102ºF / 37ºC – 39ºC



CENTRAL BAHAMAS (INCLUDING EXUMA, CAT ISLAND, LONG ISLAND, SAN SALVADOR, RUM CAY & ADJACENT WATERS):

SKY CONDITIONS: Mostly fair tonight, turning mostly sunny and hazy on Monday.

PRECIPITATION: 10% chance of showers.

WINDS: East to southeast at 10 to 15 knots with higher gusts, increasing to 15 knots on Monday.

TEMPERATURES:

MINIMUM: 73ºF – 79ºF / 23ºC – 26ºC

MAXIMUM: 88ºF – 91ºF / 31ºC – 33ºC

HEAT INDEX: 98ºF – 102ºF / 37ºC – 39ºC



SOUTHEAST BAHAMAS (INCLUDING INAGUA, ACKLINS, CROOKED ISLAND, MAYAGUANA, RAGGED ISLAND & ADJACENT WATERS):

SKY CONDITIONS: Mostly fair tonight, turning mostly sunny and hazy on Monday.

PRECIPITATION: 10% chance of showers.

WINDS: East to southeast at 15 to 20 knots, increasing 15 to 25 knots on Monday.

TEMPERATURES:

MINIMUM: 73ºF – 79ºF / 23ºC – 26ºC

MAXIMUM: 88ºF – 91ºF / 31ºC – 33ºC

HEAT INDEX: 98ºF – 102ºF / 37ºC – 39ºC

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK: Tropical cyclone formation is not expected during the next seven (7) days.

SUNSET: 8:01 PM
SUNRISE: 6:21 AM MON

MOONSET: 1:11 AM MON
MOONRISE: 1:56 PM MON





THE BAHAMAS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY

Email: [email protected] or [email protected]



FORECASTER: CWR



(Please view our products on our Bahamas Meteorology page or our website, met.gov.bs.)

BAHAMAS PUBLIC FORECAST

BAHAMAS PUBLIC FORECAST FOR THIS AFTERNOON AND TONIGHT AND THE NEXT SIX (6) DAYS, ISSUED BY THE BAHAMAS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY AT 12:00 P.M. EDT, SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026. THE NEXT SCHEDULED FORECAST WILL BE ISSUED AT 6:00 P.M. EDT.

WARNING IN EFFECT: A Heat Advisory remains in effect for the Northern and portions of the Northwest Bahamas (inclusive of the islands of Grand Bahama, Bimini, Abaco and The Berry Islands). The public should remain hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activities and seek shaded areas during peak heat hours.

GENERAL SITUATION: A strong ridge associated with a broad Atlantic high pressure system continue to dominate the weather across the Bahamas. Except for small pockets of moisture in the Northwestern islands that are generating showers and thunderstorms, the remainder of the country is relatively dry due to the Saharan Dust that is across the Central and Southeast Islands and migrating north. Light winds in the north, will increase to fresh as you travel southeastward through the islands. Seas will build from slight in the north to rough in the Southern Islands.

OUTLOOK: Over the next few days, expect slight to moderate seas
across the chain of islands along with moderate to fresh breezes.
Winds may occasionally gust strong across portions of the Southeast Bahamas by late Monday into Tuesday. Weak troughing and tropical moisture will persist over the Northern Bahamas through Tuesday, keeping showers and thunderstorms in the forecast for those islands.
Over the remainder of the country, a secondary plume of Saharan dust and broad ridging will dominate, acting to suppress rainfall and convective activity while maintaining very warm temperatures. By Thursday, increasing troughing over the northern islands is expected to raise shower and thunderstorm chances once again on Friday into Saturday.

SPECIAL WEATHER NOTES:
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM RISK: There is a moderate risk of a few severe thunderstorms that may impact portions of the Northern & Northwest Bahamas today. Residents are urged to remain updated on all severe weather warnings issued by the Bahamas Department of Meteorology.

RIP CURRENTS: There is a slight risk of rip currents along Atlantic-exposed beaches of the archipelago. Beachgoers are urged to exercise caution.

SAHARAN DUST: Moderate Saharan dust concentrations are affecting the Central and Southeast Bahamas and Turks & Caicos Islands, reducing visibility and impacting air quality. Residents, especially those with respiratory conditions, should take the necessary precautions to safeguard their health.

UV INDEX: Members of the public are advised to wear protective
clothing and sunscreen, and seek shaded areas while outside during peak sunshine hours (10am – 4pm), as UV indices are expected to be in the very high to extreme range.

NORTHERN BAHAMAS
(INCLUDING GRAND BAHAMA, ABACO, BIMINI & ADJACENT WATERS):
SKY CONDITIONS: Partly to mostly sunny today, fair tonight
PRECIPITATION: 10% chance of passing showers
WINDS: South-southeast to south-southwest at 10 knots or less,
falling light and variable tonight.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 88ºF – 93ºF / 31ºC – 34ºC
MINIMUM: 79ºF – 82ºF / 26ºC – 28ºC
HEAT INDEX: 102ºF – 108ºF / 39ºC – 42ºC

NORTHWEST BAHAMAS
(INCLUDING NEW PROVIDENCE, ANDROS, THE BERRY ISLANDS, ELEUTHERA & ADJACENT WATERS):
SKY CONDITIONS: Variably cloudy today, fair tonight
PRECIPITATION: 10 to 20% chance of isolated showers and
thunderstorms.
WINDS: Southeast to south at 10 to 15 knots, falling light and variable at times.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 86ºF – 91ºF / 30ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 79ºF – 82ºF / 26ºC – 28ºC
HEAT INDEX: 98ºF – 102ºF / 37ºC – 39ºC

CENTRAL BAHAMAS
(INCLUDING EXUMA, CAT ISLAND, LONG ISLAND, SAN SALVADOR, RUM CAY & ADJACENT WATERS):
SKY CONDITIONS: Partly to mostly sunny and hazy today, fair and hazy tonight.
PRECIPITATION: 10% chance of isolated showers
WINDS: East to southeast at 15 to 20 knots.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 88ºF – 91ºF / 31ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 75ºF – 81ºF / 24ºC – 27ºC
HEAT INDEX: 96ºF – 100ºF / 36ºC – 38ºC

SOUTHEAST BAHAMAS
(INCLUDING INAGUA, ACKLINS, CROOKED ISLAND, MAYAGUANA, RAGGED ISLAND & ADJACENT WATERS):
SKY CONDITIONS: Partly to mostly sunny and hazy today, fair and hazy tonight.
PRECIPITATION: 10% chance of isolated showers
WINDS: East to southeast at 15 to 20 knots with higher gust.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 88ºF – 91ºF / 31ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 75ºF – 81ºF / 24ºC – 27ºC
HEAT INDEX: 96ºF – 100ºF / 36ºC – 38ºC

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK: Tropical cyclone formation is not expected during the next seven (7) days.

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR MONDAY 22ND JUNE, 2026.
SKY CONDITIONS: Southeast Bahamas: Partly sunny and hazy, turning mostly fair at night.
Elsewhere: A mix of sun, clouds, and haze during the day, turning
partly cloudy at night.
PRECIPITATION:
Northern and Northwest Bahamas: 10 – 20% chance of isolated showers and thunderstorms.
Central & Southeast Bahamas: 10% chance of showers.
WINDS:
Central & Southeast Bahamas: East to southeast at 15 to 20
knots with higher gusts.
Northern Bahamas: Southeast to south at 10 knots or less increasing 10 to 15 knots.
Northwest Bahamas: Southeast at 10 to 15 knots.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 84ºF – 91ºF / 29ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 73ºF – 81ºF / 23ºC – 27ºC
HEAT INDEX: 96ºF – 104ºF / 36ºC – 40ºC

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR TUESDAY 23RD JUNE 2026.
SKY CONDITIONS: All Areas: A mix of sun and clouds,
PRECIPITATION: All Areas: 10 – 20% chance of isolated showers.
WINDS: Northern & Northwest Bahamas: Southeast to south at 10 to 15 knots.
Central & Southeast Bahamas: East to southeast at 15 to 25 knots.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 84ºF – 91ºF / 29ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 73ºF – 81ºF / 23ºC – 27ºC
HEAT INDEX: 96ºF – 104ºF / 36ºC – 40ºC

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR WEDNESDAY 24TH JUNE, 2026.
SKY CONDITIONS: Northern Bahamas: Partly cloudy.
Northwest, Central and Southeast Bahamas: A mix of sun and clouds, becoming partly cloudy at night.
PRECIPITATION: All areas: 20 to 30% chance of showers with
thunderstorms.
WINDS: Northern and Northwest Bahamas: Southeast to south at 10 to 15 knots, falling light and variable at times, shifting east to southeast at 10 knots or less by nightfall.
Central Bahamas: East to southeast at 15 knots, decreasing 10 to 15
knots by the afternoon hours.
Southeast Bahamas: East to southeast at 15 to 20 knots.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 84ºF – 92ºF / 29ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 73ºF – 81ºF / 23ºC – 27ºC
HEAT INDEX: 96ºF – 104ºF / 36ºC – 40ºC

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR THURSDAY 25TH JUNE, 2026.
SKY CONDITIONS:
Northern Bahamas: Partly cloudy
Elsewhere: A mix of sun and clouds
PRECIPITATION:
Northern Bahamas: 20 to 40% showers and isolated thunderstorms
Elsewhere: 10 to 30% chance of showers or isolated thunderstorm
WINDS:
Northern and Northwest Bahamas: Southeast to south at 10 to 15 knots
Central Bahamas: East to southeast at 15 knots
Southeast Bahamas: East to southeast 15 to 20 knots.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 84ºF – 92ºF / 29ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 73ºF – 81ºF / 23ºC – 27ºC
HEAT INDEX: 96ºF – 104ºF / 36ºC – 40ºC

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR FRIDAY 26TH JUNE, 2026.
SKY CONDITIONS: All Areas: Mix of sun and clouds.
PRECIPITATION: All areas: 10 to 30% showers and isolated thunderstorms.
WINDS:
Northern and Northwest Bahamas: Southeast to south at 10 to 15
knots.
Central Bahamas: East to southeast at 15 knots.
Southeast Bahamas: East to southeast 15 to 20 knots.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 86ºF – 92ºF / 30ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 75ºF – 81ºF / 24ºC – 27ºC
HEAT INDEX: 96ºF – 104ºF / 36ºC – 40ºC

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR SATURDAY 27TH JUNE, 2026.
SKY CONDITIONS: All Areas: Partly cloudy.
PRECIPITATION: All Areas: 10 to 30% chance of showers with the chance of isolated thunderstorms.
WINDS:
Northern Bahamas: Southeasterly at 10 to 15 knots, falling light and variable.
Northwest Bahamas: Southeasterly at 15 knots with higher gusts.
Central and Southeast Bahamas: East to southeast at 15 to 20 knots.
TEMPERATURES:
MAXIMUM: 86ºF – 92ºF / 30ºC – 33ºC
MINIMUM: 75ºF – 81ºF / 24ºC – 27ºC
HEAT INDEX: 98ºF – 104ºF / 37ºC – 40ºC

SUNSET: 8:01 PM
SUNRISE: 6:21 AM MON
MOONRISE: 1:01 PM
MOONSET: 1:11 AM MON

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🌫️ SAHARAN DUST ADVISORY 🌫️

A moderate concentration of Saharan dust is affecting the Central and Southeast Bahamas, along with the Turks & Caicos Islands, resulting in hazy skies and reduced air quality through Wednesday.

Dust concentrations are also expected to reach moderate levels across the Northwest Bahamas on Monday.

Residents, especially those with asthma, allergies, or respiratory conditions, should take necessary precautions.

⚠️ Possible Impacts:
• Hazy skies
• Reduced visibility
• Poor air quality
• Respiratory irritation

✅ Safety Tips:
• Limit prolonged outdoor exposure
• Stay hydrated
• Keep medication nearby
• Wear a mask if sensitive to dust

Stay informed by monitoring updates from the Bahamas Department of Meteorology.

BAHAMAS PUBLIC FORECAST

FORECASTS FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR TODAY, TONIGHT AND THE NEXT SIX (6) DAYS, ISSUED BY THE BAHAMAS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY AT 6:00 A.M. EDT, Sunday, June 21, 2026. THE NEXT SCHEDULED FORECAST WILL BE ISSUED AT 12:00 P.M. EDT.

WARNING IN EFFECT: A Heat Advisory remains in effect for the Northern and portions of the Northwest Bahamas (inclusive of the islands of Grand Bahama, Bimini, Abaco and The Berry Islands). The public should remain hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activities and seek shaded areas during peak heat hours.

GENERAL SITUATION: Weather conditions will remain somewhat unsettled across the Northern and parts of the Northwest Bahamas today through this evening, as mid- to low-level troughing combines with deep moisture associated with a fragmented frontal system situated just north of the archipelago. Elsewhere, a substantial plume of Saharan dust, together with broad ridging, will support generally stable weather conditions across the Central and Southeastern Bahamas. However, hazy skies, very warm temperatures, and humid conditions are expected to persist.

Outlook: Over the next few days, expect slight to moderate seas across the chain of islands along with moderate to fresh breezes. Winds may occasionally gust strong across portions of the Southeast Bahamas by late Monday into Tuesday. Weak troughing and tropical moisture will persist over the Northern Bahamas through Tuesday, keeping showers and thunderstorms in the forecast for those islands. Over the remainder of the country, a secondary plume of Saharan dust and broad ridging will dominate, acting to suppress rainfall and convective activity while maintaining very warm temperatures. By Thursday, increasing troughing over the northern islands is expected to raise shower and thunderstorm chances once again on Friday into Saturday.

Severe Thunderstorm Risk: There is a moderate risk of a few severe thunderstorms that may impact portions of the Northern & Northwest Bahamas today. Residents are urged to remain updated on all severe weather warnings issued by the Bahamas Department of Meteorology.

SPECIAL WEATHER NOTES:
Rip Currents: There is a slight risk of rip currents along Atlantic-exposed beaches of the archipelago. Beachgoers are urged to exercise caution.

Saharan Dust: Moderate Saharan dust concentrations are affecting the Central and Southeast Bahamas and Turks & Caicos Islands, reducing visibility and impacting air quality. Residents, especially those with respiratory conditions, should take the necessary precautions to safeguard their health.

UV Index: Members of the public are advised to wear protective clothing and sunscreen, and seek shaded areas while outside during peak sunshine hours (10am – 4pm), as UV indices are expected to be in the very high to extreme range.

NORTHERN BAHAMAS
(INCLUDING GRAND BAHAMA, ABACO, BIMINI & ADJACENT WATERS):
SKY CONDITIONS: Variably cloudy.
PRECIPITATION: 30 – 50% chance of isolated showers and thunderstorms by early afternoon through this evening. Some showers or thunderstorms may become strong to severe at times.
WINDS: Southwest to west at 10 to 15 knots, falling light and variable at times by late afternoon through tonight.
TEMPERATURES: MINIMUM: MAXIMUM: HEAT INDEX:
79ºF – 82ºF / 26ºC – 28ºC 86ºF – 91ºF / 30ºC – 33ºC 102ºF – 108ºF / 39ºC – 42ºC

NORTHWEST BAHAMAS
(INCLUDING NEW PROVIDENCE, ANDROS, THE BERRY ISLANDS, ELEUTHERA & ADJACENT WATERS):
SKY CONDITIONS: Variably cloudy with milky skies today, becoming partly cloudy tonight.
PRECIPITATION: 40 – 50% chance of isolated to widely scattered showers or thunderstorms by this afternoon through this evening. Some showers or thunderstorms may become strong to severe at times.
WINDS: Southeast to south at 10 to 15 knots, decreasing to 10 knots or less by evening.
TEMPERATURES: MINIMUM: MAXIMUM: HEAT INDEX:
79ºF – 82ºF / 26ºC – 28ºC 86ºF – 91ºF / 30ºC – 33ºC 98ºF – 102ºF / 37ºC – 39ºC

CENTRAL BAHAMAS
(INCLUDING EXUMA, CAT ISLAND, LONG ISLAND, SAN SALVADOR, RUM CAY & ADJACENT WATERS):
SKY CONDITIONS: Variable cloudiness with haze at first with increasing sunshine by this afternoon, becoming mostly fair and hazy tonight.
PRECIPITATION: 10 to 20% chance of showers.
WINDS: Southeasterly at 10 to 15 knots with higher gusts at times.
TEMPERATURES: MINIMUM: MAXIMUM: HEAT INDEX:
75ºF – 81ºF / 24ºC – 27ºC 88ºF – 91ºF / 31ºC – 33ºC 96ºF – 100ºF / 36ºC – 38ºC

SOUTHEAST BAHAMAS
(INCLUDING INAGUA, ACKLINS, CROOKED ISLAND, MAYAGUANA, RAGGED ISLAND & ADJACENT WATERS):
SKY CONDITIONS: Partly sunny and hazy today, becoming mostly fair and hazy tonight.
PRECIPITATION: 10 to 20% chance of showers.
WINDS: East to southeast at 15 knots with slightly higher gusts.
TEMPERATURES: MINIMUM: MAXIMUM: HEAT INDEX:
75ºF – 81ºF / 24ºC – 27ºC 88ºF – 91ºF / 31ºC – 33ºC 96ºF – 100ºF / 36ºC – 38ºC

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK: Tropical cyclone formation is not expected during the next seven (7) days.

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR MONDAY 22ND JUNE, 2026.
SKY CONDITIONS: Southeast Bahamas: Partly sunny and hazy, turning mostly fair at night.
Elsewhere: A mix of sun, clouds, and haze during the day, turning partly cloudy at night.
PRECIPITATION: Northern Bahamas: 30 – 50% chance of widely scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms. Northwest Bahamas: 20 – 30% chance of isolated showers or thunderstorms. Central & Southeast Bahamas: 10% chance of showers.
WINDS:
Central & Southeast Bahamas: East to southeast at 15 to 20 knots with higher gusts. Northern Bahamas: Southeast to south at 10 to 15 knots with higher gusts. Northwest Bahamas: South to southwest at 10 knots with slightly higher gusts at times, falling light and variable towards evening.
TEMPERATURES: MAXIMUM: MINIMUM: HEAT INDEX:
84ºF – 91ºF / 29ºC – 33ºC 73ºF – 81ºF / 23ºC – 27ºC 96ºF – 104ºF / 36ºC – 40ºC

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR TUESDAY 23RD JUNE 2026.
SKY CONDITIONS: Northern Bahamas: Partly to variably cloudy
Northwest and Central Bahamas: Partly sunny, becoming increasingly cloudy throughout the afternoon hours.
Southeast Bahamas: A mix of sun and clouds, turning partly sunny by the afternoon hours.
PRECIPITATION: Northern Bahamas: 20 – 40% chance of isolated showers or thunderstorms.
Northwest Bahamas: 10 – 30% chance of isolated showers.
Central & Southeast Bahamas: 10 - 20% chance of showers.
WINDS:
Central & Southeast Bahamas: East to southeast at 15 to 25 knots.
Northern & Northwest Bahamas: Southeast to south at 10 to 15 knots, decreasing to 10 knots or less by evening.
TEMPERATURES: MAXIMUM: MINIMUM: HEAT INDEX:
84ºF – 91ºF / 29ºC – 33ºC 73ºF – 81ºF / 23ºC – 27ºC 96ºF – 104ºF / 36ºC – 40ºC

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR WEDNESDAY 24TH JUNE, 2026.
SKY CONDITIONS: Northern Bahamas: Partly cloudy.
Northwest, Central and Southeast Bahamas: A mix of sun and clouds, becoming partly cloudy at night.
PRECIPITATION:
All areas: 20 to 30% chance of showers with thunderstorms.
WINDS:
Northern and Northwest Bahamas: Southeast to south at 10 to 15 knots, falling light and variable at times, shifting east to south east at 10 knots or less by nightfall.
Central Bahamas: East to southeast at 15 knots, decreasing 10 to 15 knots by the afternoon hours.
Southeast Bahamas: East to southeast at 15 to 20 knots.
TEMPERATURES: MAXIMUM: MINIMUM: HEAT INDEX:
84ºF – 92ºF / 29ºC – 33ºC 73ºF – 81ºF / 23ºC – 27ºC 96ºF – 104ºF / 36ºC – 40ºC

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR THURSDAY 25TH JUNE, 2026.
SKY CONDITIONS: Northern Bahamas: Partly cloudy
Elsewhere: A mix of sun and clouds
PRECIPITATION:
Northern Bahamas: 20 to 40% showers and isolated thunderstorms
Elsewhere: 10 to 30% chance of showers or isolated thunderstorm
WINDS:
Northern and Northwest Bahamas: Southeast to south at 10 to 15 knots
Central Bahamas: East to southeast at 15 knots
Southeast Bahamas: East to southeast 15 to 20 knots.
TEMPERATURES: MAXIMUM: MINIMUM: HEAT INDEX:
84ºF – 92ºF / 29ºC – 33ºC 73ºF – 81ºF / 23ºC – 27ºC 96ºF – 104ºF / 36ºC – 40ºC

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR FRIDAY 26TH JUNE, 2026:
SKY CONDITIONS: All Areas: Mix of sun and clouds.
PRECIPITATION:
All areas: 10 to 30% showers and isolated thunderstorms
WINDS:
Northern and Northwest Bahamas: Southeast to south at 10 to 15 knots.
Central Bahamas: East to southeast at 15 knots.
Southeast Bahamas: East to southeast 15 to 20 knots.
TEMPERATURES: MAXIMUM: MINIMUM: HEAT INDEX:
86ºF – 91ºF / 30ºC – 33ºC 75ºF – 81ºF / 24ºC – 27ºC 96ºF – 104ºF / 36ºC – 40ºC

EXTENDED FORECAST FOR THE BAHAMAS FOR SATURDAY 27TH JUNE, 2026:
SKY CONDITIONS: All Areas: Partly cloudy.
PRECIPITATION: All Areas: 10 to 30% chance of showers with the chance of isolated thunderstorms.
WINDS: Northern Bahamas: Southeasterly at 10 to 15 knots, falling light and variable.
Northwest Bahamas: Southeasterly at 15 knots with higher gusts.
Central and Southeast Bahamas: East to southeast at 15 to 20 knots.
TEMPERATURES: MAXIMUM: MINIMUM: HEAT INDEX:
86ºF – 91ºF / 30ºC – 33ºC 75ºF – 81ºF / 24ºC – 27ºC 98ºF – 104ºF / 37ºC – 40ºC

SUNRISE: SUNSET: MOONSET: MOONRISE:
6:21 AM 8:01 PM 1:11 AM MON 01:01 PM

THE BAHAMAS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

FORECASTER: S. W. HUNTER II

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