Half Moon Cay when should I go

[jcool]

I would like to go to Half Moon Cay but I do not know when I should go I am thinking Sept or Nov I want to be able to go in the water without freezing my self. When should I go?

[easyboy]

Summer months will be nice.

 

 

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[K&RCurt]

I have been there in October and the water was way too cold for me, also been there is Mid January and it was beautiful.

 

It is really a crap shoot.

[13cheermom]

Have to agree with above post, summertime months are the best for warm waters. Also another consideration is late summer early fall there is more chance of hurricanes and storms which won't allow you to tender to the island. This happened to us in October one year and we had to go back the following June in order to enjoy a cabana. Loved the island though and it was a beautiful weather day.

[LostPuppy]

I've been there in January and thought the water temps (low 70's?) were fine for swimming. Then again I'm from a northern clime and anything above 20° in January is welcome....

[SusieKay]

We were there this Thanksgiving. It was hot, sunny, and the water was lovely.

 

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[Micahs Grandad]

Been there all seasons always thought water was fine

[OCruisers]

Late Spring is a wonderful time to go to HMC. :D

[ScottyZkaaayk]

I would recommend the summer months. Late fall to early spring, the water is probably too cold to actually enjoy a nice swim. Also, try to avoid late summer and early fall as these are hurricane months. HMC is a tender port and if the water is too rough or choppy, you just may be forced to skip this port.

[Keith1010]

Summer is preferable but in the summer you may get those daily thunderstorms.

 

June is a nice time.

 

Keith

[jcool]

Thank everyone for your help

[Doggielover68]

It's hit or miss. I was just there in December and the weather was great. The next day we were in Nassau which is close by and it was cold.

 

 

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[cb at sea]

The only reason I get in the water is if it's too hot on the beach. Otherwise, there's no reason to get wet! If you get too hot, the water will be refreshing.

[smurfm69]

We went in mid May and it was perfect! This is now our favorite beach with crystal clear, calm water and soft white sand. Spend the money for a cabana, it's totally worth it!

[Djptcp]

DH and I have been to HMC many times on Holland America and I found the water in January to be freezing and not at all enjoyable. Fine in other months like Feb-March and Nov-Dec. It could be that January was a colder month since others have found January to be okay. We are used to a heated pool and that could make a difference, too. HMC is a lovely place and we have always rented a clamshell to provide some shade when needed.