Barbados in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Barbados (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 28.2°C and lows of 23.7°C, with around 102.3mm of rain across the season (35 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Barbados covers December, January, February.
Winter in Barbados month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 28.5°C | 24.1°C | 39.7mm | 13 | 10/10 |
| January | 28.0°C | 23.5°C | 32.0mm | 12 | 10/10 |
| February | 28.2°C | 23.4°C | 30.6mm | 10 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Barbados in winter
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Barbados?
Winter in Barbados rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 28.2°C with 102.3mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Barbados in winter?
Daytime highs average 28.2°C (82.8°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 23.7°C.
What months are winter in Barbados?
Barbados is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Barbados · Barbados annual climate · Barbados in spring · Barbados in summer · Barbados in autumn
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Winter in Barbados — what to pack
Travel clothing layers
Pack layers — temperatures can vary significantly between day and night.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.