Central America & Caribbean
The Bahamas in March
Spring break turns Nassau and Paradise Island into a party. The Out Islands stay far calmer the same weeks.
The straight answer
March is a month of real tradeoffs in The Bahamas. Spring break turns Nassau and Paradise Island into a party. The Out Islands stay far calmer the same weeks.
- Weather
- Warming, highs near 80F (27C), breezy
- Crowds
- 5 of 5
- Prices
- 5 of 5
What March is like in The Bahamas
March is warming, with highs near 80F (27C) and breezy days. It is also spring break, which turns Nassau and the big resorts next door into a party and pushes prices to their yearly peak. The Out Islands, like Eleuthera and the Exumas, stay far calmer during the same weeks, with quiet beaches and small guesthouses.
It suits college groups and anyone who wants a lively scene. Families and couples who want calm should head to the Out Islands or pick another month. If you want warm water, fair prices, and fewer people, the second half of April and May are much better.
Make the most of March
What is especially good about The Bahamas this month.
Out Island calm
While Nassau parties, Eleuthera and the Exumas stay quiet. It is the easy way to dodge spring break.
Swimming pigs of Big Major Cay
A day through the Exuma Cays includes the swimming pigs, Thunderball Grotto, and sandbars at low tide.
Breezy, dry weather
Warming days with fresh breezes make long beach walks comfortable.
What to pack for March
- Reef-safe sunscreen and a hat
- A light layer for breezy evenings
- Water shoes for rocky entries
- A dry bag for boat days
Our timing tip
Check US college spring break dates and choose the Out Islands over Nassau if your trip overlaps.
Book The Bahamas for March.
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- Hotels for March
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Vacation rentals in The BahamasWhole homes, condos and villas. Usually the better deal for families and groups, with a kitchen and room to spread out.
- Tours and tickets
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Tours and tickets in The BahamasTimed-entry tickets, day trips and guided tours in The Bahamas for March. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
Things to do in The Bahamas
Exuma Cays by boat
A day through the cays: Thunderball Grotto, the swimming pigs of Big Major Cay, iguanas on the cays, and sandbars at low tide. Calm-sea days in spring and early summer are the best.
Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park
A no-take marine reserve run by the Bahamas National Trust, reached by boat. Some of the healthiest reefs in the country.
Harbour Island's pink sand
Three miles of pink-tinged sand on the Atlantic side of Eleuthera, reached by a short water taxi from North Eleuthera airport.
Atlantis, Paradise Island
The mega-resort's water park, aquariums, and marine habitat. Day passes are available but limited; check before planning a visit.
Nassau on foot
Queen's Staircase, Fort Fincastle, and Arawak Cay's fish fry stalls for conch salad. Cruise-ship days make downtown crowded.
Andros blue holes
The largest Bahamian island is mostly wild, with inland and ocean blue holes, a huge barrier reef, and world-class bonefishing.
Beat the crowds
- Skip Nassau and Paradise Island in March if you are not there for spring break; go to Eleuthera, the Exumas, or Andros instead.
- Check the Nassau cruise schedule: downtown and Paradise Island beaches are packed on multi-ship days and noticeably quieter on light days.
- Book Exuma boat tours for the first departure of the day; the pig beach and grotto get crowded as the day tours stack up.
- Target the two value windows: late April to May, and early November to mid December outside Thanksgiving week.
Know before you go
- September and early October: some Out Island resorts, restaurants, and dive shops close for several weeks. Nassau's big resorts stay open year-round.
- Winter cold fronts can cancel boat tours and ferries for a day or two; build slack into an Exumas itinerary between December and March.
- The Abacos and parts of Grand Bahama were heavily damaged by Hurricane Dorian in 2019. Much has been rebuilt, but some properties never reopened; confirm current status before booking.
- Junkanoo nights (Boxing Day and New Year's Day) close roads in downtown Nassau and shift business hours around the parades.
The Bahamas in March, quick answers
Is March a good time to visit The Bahamas?
March is a month of real tradeoffs in The Bahamas. Spring break turns Nassau and Paradise Island into a party. The Out Islands stay far calmer the same weeks.
What is the weather like in The Bahamas in March?
Warming, highs near 80F (27C), breezy.
Is The Bahamas crowded in March?
March is peak crowd season in The Bahamas; expect lines at the headline sights.
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