Month-specific sea-surface temperature · Bahamas

Nassau Sea Temperature in April

25.7°C

78.3°F

In April, sea-surface temperature near Nassau has a historical monthly average of 25.7°C. This is not the reading for any particular holiday date.

Across 2023–2025, the lowest and highest yearly April monthly means were 25.0–26.6°C. These are not daily extremes.

Previous month

March · 24.9°C

Change into April: +0.8°C

Next month

May · 28.0°C

Change into next month: +2.3°C

Can you swim or snorkel in Nassau in April?

At 25.7°C our temperature-only guide describes the water as warm water. Comfort depends on your cold tolerance, immersion time and wind. A historical average cannot determine whether conditions are safe on any given day.

Do you need a wetsuit?

Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.

Which beach should you choose?

Look for a beach sheltered from the actual forecast waves and wind on your visit. Exposure, currents and entry conditions vary even where water temperatures are similar. Follow local warnings.

Check the current waves, wind and snorkeling forecast →

A live forecast does not predict a future April. Check again close to your trip.

Nassau Sea Temperature: All 12 Months

Choose a month for available historical evidence, month comparisons and swim guidance. Missing history is clearly marked and never presented as a long-term normal.

January 24.1°C February 24.0°C March 24.9°C April 25.7°C May 28.0°C June 29.4°C July 30.6°C August 30.8°C September 30.3°C October 28.6°C November 26.4°C December 24.8°C

Data source and limitations

Source: Open-Meteo Marine API, MeteoFrance sea-surface temperature; 2023–2025. Marine model grid near 25.08, -77.34. Based on 3 yearly monthly means and 2160 recorded samples. Source methodology.

Modelled sea-surface temperatures do not establish underwater visibility, wildlife, calm currents or safe entry.