AI-generatedFreeport at a glance
- Best time
- Feb – May, Nov – Dec
- Warmest month
- Aug · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 29.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,830 h
- Rain a year
- 1,106 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC−5 / UTC−4
- Elevation
- 6 m
Climate in Freeport
Freeport has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 24 °C. With around 2,830 hours of sunshine a year, Freeport is sunny; April is the sunniest month with 9.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Freeport
The best time to visit Freeport is from February to May and from November to December. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from November to May. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to April. The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is September with 173 mm.
Freeport through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Freeport in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 25–28 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days in all
Freeport in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 30–31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 51 rainy days in all
Freeport in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 26–30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 42 rainy days in all
Freeport in winter
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 24–25 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Nov – May
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – Apr
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jun – Oct
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: April – May, November
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: February – May, November – December
October is the peak of the hurricane season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 25°
- Midday, 13:00: about 28°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 28°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
07:1318:48
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:59–07:44 · evening 18:17–19:02
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:50–06:59 · evening 19:02–19:11
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Freeport compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 29° at the start of the month to 27° at the end. The sea cools from 29° to 27°. The days get 0.7 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 29° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 25° | 23° |
| Sea | 29° | 27° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.2 h |
What is the weather like in Freeport in October?
In October, Freeport is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 13 days, totalling 123 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Freeport.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 34 min07:13 – 18:48
- UV index
- 7 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 26 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 29 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 53 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 4 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−4offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %75 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %33 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
- Windproof jacket
Compare two months in Freeport
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
April has the better holiday weather in Freeport: score 94 against 82. In April, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 3 °C cooler in April. April has 5 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in April.
| Month | October | April |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 82 | 94better |
| Daytime high | 29° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 22° |
| Sea | 27.9° | 25.0° |
| Sunshine | 7.5 h | 9.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 13 | 8better |
| Rainfall | 123 mm | 63 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 26 | 16better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Freeport month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
76January24° · Sea 24° · 6.6 h
In January, Freeport is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 23.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 64 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Freeport.
Freeport in January84February24° · Sea 23° · 7.6 h
In February, Freeport is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 54 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Freeport.
Freeport in February92March25° · Sea 24° · 8.2 h
In March, Freeport is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 60 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Freeport.
Freeport in March94April27° · Sea 25° · 9.2 h
In April, Freeport is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 63 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Freeport.
Freeport in April90May28° · Sea 27° · 9.1 h
In May, Freeport is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 93 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Freeport.
Freeport in May77June30° · Sea 28° · 7.6 h
In June, Freeport is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 135 mm. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Freeport.
Freeport in June80July31° · Sea 29° · 8.4 h
In July, Freeport is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 16 days, totalling 90 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Freeport.
Freeport in July76August31° · Sea 30° · 8.2 h
In August, Freeport is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 18 days, totalling 128 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Freeport.
Freeport in August74September30° · Sea 29° · 7.1 h
In September, Freeport is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 19 days, totalling 173 mm. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Freeport.
Freeport in September82October29° · Sea 28° · 7.5 h
In October, Freeport is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 13 days, totalling 123 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Freeport.
Freeport in October85November26° · Sea 26° · 6.9 h
In November, Freeport is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 64 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Freeport.
Freeport in November83December25° · Sea 25° · 6.6 h
In December, Freeport is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 24.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 58 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Freeport.
Freeport in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Freeport
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 26 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (19°), the warmest in August (26°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule all year round except in January; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in January. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 252 days a year, mostly from April to December.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 76 | 24° | 19° | 23.7° | 6.6 h | 9 | 64 |
| FebruaryFeb | 84 | 24° | 20° | 23.4° | 7.6 h | 7 | 54 |
| MarchMar | 92 | 25° | 20° | 23.8° | 8.2 h | 7 | 60 |
| AprilApr | 94 | 27° | 22° | 25.0° | 9.2 h | 8 | 63 |
| MayMay | 90 | 28° | 24° | 26.7° | 9.1 h | 11 | 93 |
| JuneJun | 77 | 30° | 25° | 28.4° | 7.6 h | 17 | 135 |
| JulyJul | 80 | 31° | 26° | 29.4° | 8.4 h | 16 | 90 |
| AugustAug | 76 | 31° | 26° | 29.9° | 8.2 h | 18 | 128 |
| SeptemberSep | 74 | 30° | 26° | 29.3° | 7.1 h | 19 | 173 |
| OctoberOct | 82 | 29° | 24° | 27.9° | 7.5 h | 13 | 123 |
| NovemberNov | 85 | 26° | 22° | 25.9° | 6.9 h | 10 | 64 |
| DecemberDec | 83 | 25° | 20° | 24.6° | 6.6 h | 9 | 58 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Freeport
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 27.3 – 28.3 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Freeport ranges from 23.4 °C in February to 29.9 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 29.2 and 30.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 23.7° | 22.5° | 24.7° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 23.4° | 22.3° | 24.3° | pleasant |
| MarchMar | 23.8° | 23.1° | 24.8° | pleasant |
| AprilApr | 25.0° | 24.3° | 25.8° | pleasant |
| MayMay | 26.7° | 25.9° | 27.2° | warm |
| JuneJun | 28.4° | 27.8° | 29.1° | warm |
| JulyJul | 29.4° | 28.9° | 30.1° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 29.9° | 29.2° | 30.4° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.3° | 28.6° | 29.9° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 27.9° | 27.3° | 28.3° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 25.9° | 25.0° | 26.7° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 24.6° | 23.6° | 25.5° | pleasant |
Sunshine hours in Freeport
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.5 of 11.6 hours of daylight in Freeport, 65 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Freeport: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Freeport has about 13 rainy days with 123 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Freeport
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 7 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 20 min
- Fair skin
- about 25 min
- Light brown skin
- about 30 min
- Olive skin
- about 40 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Freeport
How breezy and how cloudy Freeport is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Freeport typically peaks at 29 km/h during the day: Beaufort 5, fresh breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 53 % of the sky over Freeport: variable cloud, with about 7.5 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Freeport
How often the day gets hot in Freeport (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Freeport has about 4 hot days, with an average daytime high of 29 °C: often muggy. The air feels warmer than the thermometer says: light, airy clothes and slow days help.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Freeport
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Freeport in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Freeport has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 77).
- 93
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 87
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 77
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 82
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 80
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 8 h 50 min
- Distance
- 6,940 km
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Jet lag
- About 3 days (5 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Storm season
Freeport lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Peak
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Freeport vs West Palm Beach
In October Freeport has the better holiday weather (score 82 vs 76). During the day West Palm Beach is 1 °C warmer than Freeport. The sea in West Palm Beach is 1 °C warmer. West Palm Beach gets 2 fewer hours of sunshine a day.
| in October | Freeport | West Palm Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 82 | 76 |
| Daytime high | 29° | 30° |
| Sea | 28° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 13 | 14 |
| Best time | Feb – May, Nov – Dec | Oct – May |
Through the year
Bahamas in October: the best places
In October, Freeport ranks 1 of 4 destinations in this country.
- FreeportThis page29°28°82
- 2Marsh Harbour29°28°79
- 3Nassau31°28°78
- 4Harbour Island29°28°77
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Frequently asked questions about Freeport
When is the best time to visit Freeport?
The best time to visit Freeport is from February to May and from November to December. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Freeport?
The sea temperature in Freeport ranges from 23.4 °C in February to 29.9 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Freeport in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 27.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Freeport?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 26 °C. January is the coolest month at 24 °C.
When does it rain most in Freeport?
The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is September with 173 mm. The driest month is February with 54 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Freeport get?
Freeport gets around 2,830 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 9.2 hours a day; in January there are 6.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Freeport in?
Freeport is on UTC−5 in January and UTC−4 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Freeport?
A nonstop flight from London to Freeport takes about 8 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 6,940 km.
When is hurricane season in Freeport?
Freeport lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Freeport?
Freeport has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 77). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 93, May half-term 87, summer holidays 77, October half-term 82, Christmas holidays 80.