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The weather in August in Jamaica
It's hot in August in Jamaica with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 27°C.
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Jamaica. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of 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. 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 35°C in 2018, Jamaica reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 23°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Jamaica is 31°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 128 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 5 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 | 33°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 128 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 15 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Jamaica with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 27°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 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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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
The climate in Jamaica is based on weather data from Montego Bay. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Jamaica to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Jamaica. 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. 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.