CubaAverage weather for Jamaica in January
It's hot in January in Jamaica with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 21°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Jamaica with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 20°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 30°C, with nights around 20°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Jamaica is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In January, there is an average of 40 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Jamaica in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
32°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
27°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
40 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
11 days | 12 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Jamaica?
January is a good month to be in Jamaica for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 47°C in 2016, Jamaica reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Jamaica
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Jamaica, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Jamaica
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Jamaica, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 11 days of precipitation in Jamaica.
Daily UV index in January in Jamaica
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January 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.
Temperature in January in Jamaica over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Jamaica, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Jamaica over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Jamaica, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Jamaica
Click on any day in January 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.
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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.
