JamaicaAverage weather for Montego Bay in August
It's hot in August in Montego Bay 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.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Montego Bay with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 27°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
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. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Montego Bay is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Montego Bay is 31°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
In August, there is an average of 128 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Montego Bay in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
33°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
33°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
32°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
128 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
8 days | 13 days | |
July
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.
Is August a good time to visit Montego Bay?
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Montego Bay. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The hurricane season in Montego Bay runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2018, Montego Bay 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.
Check out the climate of Montego Bay for all months and discover the best travel time
Daily Temperature in August in Montego Bay
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Montego Bay, 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 August in Montego Bay
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Montego Bay, 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 August, you can expect about 8 days of precipitation in Montego Bay.
Daily UV index in August in Montego Bay
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Montego Bay, 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 August in Montego Bay over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Montego Bay, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Montego Bay over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Montego Bay, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Montego Bay
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Montego Bay. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in August in Montego Bay
Have you been to Montego Bay in August?
Share your weather experience in August in Montego Bay.
Average weather in Montego Bay by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Montego Bay. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
Or check out the climate of Montego Bay for all months at once
