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Montego Bay weather in August (Saint James, Jamaica)

What should you pack for a trip to Montego Bay in August? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In August, Montego Bay tends to experience very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 32°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 26°C. The hottest month of the year invites you to embrace the warmth with suitable summer cloths. Stay cool and protected as you enjoy the sunny climate.

Precipitation

Montego Bay in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 170 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 238 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May and September tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Montego Bay climate page with graphs.

 

Montego Bay, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 44%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 170 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
SunshineSunshine 238 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Jamaica in August

Find out more about the weather in Jamaica and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Montego Bay.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Jamaica? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Jamaica. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.