Montego Bay weather in September (Saint James, Jamaica)

How is the weather in Montego Bay in September? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In September, Montego Bay generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 32°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 25°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Montego Bay in September falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 214 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 14 days.

With around 210 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, September may not be the ideal month to visit Montego Bay. 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 September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 214 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
SunshineSunshine 210 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Jamaica in September

Find out more about the weather in Jamaica in September 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 September?

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 in September.

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

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.