The climate of Jamaica
What is the climate like in Jamaica?
The climate of Jamaica has an average yearly temperature of 32°C. Throughout the year, the average monthly temperature can drop to 30°C and rise to 33°C.
Annually, about 846 mm of rain falls. This gives a good overview of how much rain to expect in Jamaica.
The best time to visit Jamaica is January until April, June, July and December. During this period, you will experience pleasant temperatures and not too much rain, making it ideal to visit Jamaica.
The hurricane season in Jamaica lasts from early June to late November.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Daytime temperature (°C) | 30 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 31 |
| Rainfall (mm) | 31 | 15 | 41 | 28 | 99 | 42 | 51 | 114 | 109 | 169 | 96 | 51 |
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- Average yearly temperature: 32°C
- Highest temperature: 33°C in July, August and September
- Lowest temperature: 30°C in January, February and March
- Rainfall: 846 mm per year, averaging 71 mm by month
- Driest months: 15 mm in February, 28 mm in April and 31 mm in January
- Wettest months: 169 mm in October, 114 mm in August and 109 mm in September
Climate table Jamaica
The climate table for Jamaica shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index by month.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Daytime temperature (°C) | 30 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 31 |
| Nighttime temperature (°C) | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 25 |
| Rainfall (mm) | 31 | 15 | 41 | 28 | 99 | 42 | 51 | 114 | 109 | 169 | 96 | 51 |
| UV Index | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
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Temperature by month in Jamaica
This graph shows the average high temperatures in degrees Celsius for each month in Jamaica
Rainfall by month in Jamaica
This graph shows the average monthly rainfall in millimeters in Jamaica.
UV index by month in Jamaica
This graph shows the average UV index by month in Jamaica.
Yearly temperature in Jamaica
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Jamaica, measured in degrees Celsius.
Yearly total rainfall in Jamaica
This graph shows the average yearly rainfall in millimeters in Jamaica.
Weather experiences in Jamaica
The weather in Jamaica is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 3 visitors.
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Showers are short but heavy, but temperatures remain pleasant. Humidity can be high at times, which is a bit uncomfortable. However, it is an attractive destination with mixed weather conditions.— This text has been automatically translated into English
September in Jamaica was warm, there was lots of sunshine, but also some rain. Tropical rains are part of it, but sometimes disrupted our plans. Not ideal for a sunny vacation.— This text has been automatically translated into English
A few showers, nothing but clear blue skies. Ideal for a sunny vacation!— This text has been automatically translated into English
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Average weather in Jamaica by month
Click on a month below to see in detail how the weather typically is in Jamaica and what to expect. Based on the historical weather data of Jamaica, you can view the average temperature, rainfall, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.