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Montego Bay weather in January (Saint James, Jamaica)

Is Montego Bay a good destination in January, weather-wise? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The weather in Montego Bay during January is typically perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, monthly temperatures can peak at 29°C. At nightfall, they typically drop to 22°C. Although it's cooler than other months, you can still expect warm and pleasant weather.

Precipitation

Montego Bay in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 54 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 8 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month enjoys around 228 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Average water temperature in January

The water temperature is 27°C, offering a very pleasant experience that feels just right against your skin. These comfortable conditions make it perfect for extended time in the water.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February, March and December typically offer the best weather for Montego Bay.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Jamaica, check out our Montego Bay's climate page.

Montego Bay, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 25%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 54 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
SunshineSunshine 228 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Jamaica in January

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).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Jamaica, check out our Montego Bay's climate page.

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. 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.

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

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.