Country in North America

Current Local Time in Barbados

Current local time and time zone in Barbados, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌙 81°F now🕔 8:51 AM local📅 Best: January, February, March, April and May👥 280.000

Current local time in Barbados

8:51 AM
Friday, August 21, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Barbados
UTC offsetUTC-04:00
UTC now12:51 PM
Sunrise5:46 AM
Sunset6:16 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise5:46 AM
Sunset6:16 PM
Daylight12h 30m
Solar noon12:01 PM
Golden hour (am)5:46 AM - 6:46 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:16 PM - 6:16 PM
Blue hour (am)5:16 AM - 5:46 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:16 PM - 6:46 PM
Moon phase🌓 First quarter · 57%
Moonrise1:25 PM
Moonset12:05 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Barbados

TypeCountry
ContinentNorth America
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates13°6′47.5″N 59°35′55.7″W (13.1132, -59.5988)
CapitalBridgetown
Population280.000
Area166 sq mi
ISO codeBB
ISO 3166-1 alpha-3BRB
CurrencyBarbadian dollar (BBD)
LanguagesEnglish
Calling code+1-246
Time zoneAmerica/Barbados
Local time8:51 AM (UTC-04:00)
Best monthsJanuary, February, March, April and May
ClimateMediterranean

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.

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Coordinates: 13°6′47.5″N 59°35′55.7″W (13.1132, -59.5988)

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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 8:51 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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 8:51 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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