Barbados Travel Guide
Barbados travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 79°F (26°C) in Barbados with heavy drizzle. It feels like 88°F. Today runs from 76°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.1/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
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 89°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 9.3/10. Visibility is down to 2,3 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. 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.
Map of Barbados
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 13°6′47.5″N 59°35′55.7″W (13.1132, -59.5988)
Weather in Barbados right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:45 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 89° / 76°
Heavy drizzle · 80% rain · wind 13 mph
🌦️ 87° / 76°
Light showers · 91% rain · wind 12 mph
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 | 1:45 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April and May |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Things to do in Barbados
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Barbados.
Best time to visit Barbados
Go in January, February, March, April and May. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: July, September and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid July, September and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 79°F (26°C) with heavy drizzle. Humidity is 91% and wind is 7 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 1:45 PM.
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 23, 2026 at 1:45 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
