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 82°F (28°C) in Barbados with overcast. It feels like 86°F. Today runs from 81°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 27%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Barbados is January, February, March, April and May. The climate is Mediterranean. July, August and October tend to be the least comfortable months. August 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 October. The forecast high of 88°F is in line with the 88°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. family time is the strongest bet in Barbados today at 8.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
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 6:08 PM, Oct 1 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛈️ 87° / 77°
Thunderstorm · 27% rain · wind 13 mph
⛈️ 88° / 77°
Thunderstorm · 49% rain · wind 13 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 | 6:08 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, August 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 - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid July, August 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 82°F (28°C) with overcast. Humidity is 72% 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, August 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 6:08 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 October 1, 2026 at 6:08 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
