The weather in October in Jamaica
It's hot in October in Jamaica with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 27°C.
Looking for sun? October 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 October 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 34°C in 2019, Jamaica reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 24°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Jamaica is 31°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 162 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in October for Jamaica
Click on any day in October 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.
October weather comparison
| Jamaica | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 162 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 17 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Jamaica with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 27°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Jamaica is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 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 October in Jamaica. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Jamaica
Temperature in October in Jamaica over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October 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 October in Jamaica
Total precipitation in October in Jamaica over the years
Daily UV index in October in Jamaica
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October 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.