The weather in August in Jamaica

It's hot in August in Jamaica with an average temperature of 35°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 34°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 25°C.

August is a good month to be in Jamaica for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Jamaica, Cuba. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.

Temperature records

With 37°C in 2016, Jamaica reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 29°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 27°C.

Rainfall amount

In August, there is an average of 74 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.

Daily weather in August for Jamaica

Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Jamaica. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

August weather comparison

  Jamaica New York
Average temperature 35°C 30°C
Max. temperature 35°C 31°C
Min. temperature 23°C -5°C
Total precipitation 74 mm 79 mm
Rainy days 11 days 13 days

Start of August

The month of August starts in Jamaica with hot temps, averaging around 35°C during the day and nights around 25°C.

Mid August

By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 35°C, with nights around 24°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.

End of August

By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Jamaica is around 35°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.

UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.

The hurricane season in Jamaica runs from June to November.

Check out the climate of Jamaica for all months and discover the best travel time

Curious about the weather in other parts of Cuba? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Havana, Varadero, Trinidad, or explore other destinations in Cuba.

Temperature charts

These charts show the average temperatures in August in Jamaica, Cuba. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Daily Temperature in August in Jamaica

Temperature in August in Jamaica over the years

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Jamaica, Cuba. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.

Daily Precipitation in August in Jamaica

Total precipitation in August in Jamaica over the years

Daily UV index in August in Jamaica

This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Jamaica, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

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Average weather in Jamaica by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Jamaica. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.