Fort Fincastle
Fort Fincastle is a fixed construction built in 1793 located on Bennet's Hill in Nassau. It ranks as the second most looked-up sight in The Bahamas on English Wikipedia.
Planning a visit
Temperatures in Nassau remain consistent throughout the year, ranging from an average of 22 °C in January and February to 28 °C in July and August. Rainfall varies significantly, with the driest period occurring between February and April, when monthly rainfall totals between 42 mm and 44 mm over 6 to 10 days. The wettest months are June, July, and August, which see high rainfall amounts and frequent rainy days. Visitors may prefer the drier months for outdoor exploration.
To reach the fort, fly into Lynden Pindling International Airport, which is located 13 km away. The fort is situated in Nassau, making it accessible from within the capital. You can combine a visit to Fort Fincastle with the Queen's Staircase, located 0.1 km away.
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, averaging 28 °C. The wettest is June, with about 220 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperature, °C | 22 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 23 |
| Rainfall, mm | 40 | 44 | 42 | 44 | 112 | 220 | 145 | 174 | 176 | 137 | 73 | 51 |
| Rainy days | 11 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 18 | 24 | 22 | 24 | 21 | 19 | 12 | 11 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
