Montego Bay weather in February (Saint James, Jamaica)

Planning a trip to Montego Bay in February? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Montego Bay, February is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 29°C, while nights can cool down to about 22°C.

Montego Bay in February usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 53 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Typically around 6 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 215 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. 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 February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 21%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 53 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 76%  
SunshineSunshine 215 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Jamaica in February

Find out more about the weather in Jamaica in February and which places have the best weather 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 Montego Bay in February?

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. With a water temperature of around 27°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 in February.

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

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate 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 climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.