Gibbs Hill Lighthouse
Southampton Parish, Bermuda
Gibbs Hill Lighthouse is a cast iron structure in Southampton Parish, Bermuda, that has stood since 1846. Standing 36 meters tall, it is one of the more frequently looked-up sights in the country.
Planning a visit
The lighthouse is located on St Anne's Road in Southampton Parish. It is 7 kilometers from Hamilton and 19 kilometers from L.F. Wade International Airport. Visitors can combine a trip here with visits to Somerset Bridge, located 4.9 kilometers away, or the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, 6.7 kilometers away. Other nearby options include the Royal Naval Dockyard at 8.2 kilometers, Spittal Pond Nature Reserve at 12.2 kilometers, and Crystal Cave at 14.1 kilometers. There is an admission fee to visit.
Temperatures in Bermuda are mild throughout the year, with averages ranging from 18 °C in the winter months to 26 °C in the summer. Rainfall is consistent across the year, with monthly totals generally between 109 mm and 174 mm. Late spring and early summer, such as May and June, offer moderate temperatures and lower rainfall compared to the late summer and autumn months.
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, averaging 26 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperature, °C | 18 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 21 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 22 | 20 |
| Rainfall, mm | 137 | 124 | 126 | 114 | 109 | 112 | 129 | 167 | 153 | 174 | 109 | 124 |
| Rainy days | 16 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 15 | 14 | 14 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
