Geography of Barbados
Geography of Barbados: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Barbados
Saint Lucia is 108 mi to the north-west, Saint Lucia is 112 mi to the north-west, Trinidad and Tobago is 213 mi to the south-west and Guyana is 447 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 13°6′47.5″N 59°35′55.7″W (13.1132, -59.5988)
Quick facts about Barbados
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 13°6′47.5″N 59°35′55.7″W (13.1132, -59.5988) |
| Capital | Bridgetown |
| Population | 280.000 |
| Area | 166 sq mi |
| ISO code | BB |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | BRB |
| Currency | Barbadian dollar (BBD) |
| Languages | English |
| Calling code | +1-246 |
| Time zone | America/Barbados |
| Local time | 4:39 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April and May |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Summary
Barbados is a country in North America. Barbados is a country in North America with its capital at Bridgetown. It has a population of about 280.000. The capital is Bridgetown.
Right now it is 81°F (27°C) in Barbados with clear. It feels like 85°F. Today runs from 78°F to 85°F. Chance of precipitation is 88%. Sightseeing conditions score 7/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Barbados is January, February, March, April and May. The climate is Mediterranean. July, September and October tend to be the least comfortable months. September is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while March is the coldest with lows near 75°F.
Nearby highlights include Saint Lucia.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 85°F is in line with the 87°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Barbados today at 7.7/10. Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Barbados month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85° | 75° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 85° | 75° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 85° | 75° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 87° | 77° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 88° | 78° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 87° | 78° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 87° | 78° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 87° | 78° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 88° | 79° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 88° | 78° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 86° | 77° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 85° | 76° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Barbados?
Barbados is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 13.1132, -59.5988. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Barbados right now?
It is currently 81°F (27°C) with clear. Humidity is 74% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Barbados?
January, February, March, April and May offer the most comfortable conditions in Barbados, which has a Mediterranean climate. July, September and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Barbados in?
Barbados observes America/Barbados (UTC-04:00). The local time is 4:39 AM.
How many people live in Barbados?
Barbados has a population of approximately 280.000.
What are the top things to do in Barbados?
Popular options include Saint Lucia.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 4:39 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
