Exuma Travel and Things to Do Guide
The Exumas are renown for their sapphire-blue waters—waters so stunning, their brilliant colours are visible even from outer space. This chain of 365 islands is home to secluded footprint-free beaches, deserted cays, and ultra-exclusive resorts. Here, nature outnumbers man, coastlines remain flawless, and private islands play host to some of the world’s most famous stars—including a group of four-legged local celebrities.
The Exumas island chain is divided into three major areas: Great Exuma, Little Exuma, and the Exuma Cays. Within the cays, a few stand out as must-visit destinations.
Great Exuma
The largest island in the channel is Great Exuma. This is where you will find most large hotels and resorts as well as the Exuma International Airport and the capital city of George Town
Little Exuma
A small bridge connects Great Exuma and Little Exuma. Little Exuma is smaller and quieter than its counterpart and is the home of the Tropic of Cancer Beach
The Exumas island chain is divided into three major areas: Great Exuma, Little Exuma, and the Exuma Cays. Within the cays, a few stand out as must-visit destinations.
Great Exuma
The largest island in the channel is Great Exuma. This is where you will find most large hotels and resorts as well as the Exuma International Airport and the capital city of George Town
Little Exuma
A small bridge connects Great Exuma and Little Exuma. Little Exuma is smaller and quieter than its counterpart and is the home of the Tropic of Cancer Beach

Weather and Seasonality
It should come as no surprise that on a visit during the 18th century, George Washington referred to the Bahamas as the "Isles of Perpetual June." With year-round sunshine and temperatures ranging between 80.6°F and 89.6°F, the Islands of the Bahamas are blessed with near-perfect weather.The Bahamas benefits from a tropical maritime climate, which results in little variability throughout the year. Free from extremes, the average temperature during the summer is 84.2°F, while the average temperature in winter is 75.2°F. Evening temperatures are usually only five to seven degrees cooler. The rainy season in the Bahamas lasts from May to October and is characterized by heavy squalls or thundershowers that clear as quickly as they arrive. Hurricane season spans from the end of June to the end of November.Although the Bahamas is continually blessed with weather befitting an island paradise, the absolute best time to go is between the months of December and March. With little rain and temperatures averaging in the mid-70s, the lovely islands provide an invigorating breath of fresh air.
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