Kingston Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Kingston has a steady warm climate throughout the year.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Kingston temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in August to a comfortable 28°C in February.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 23°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Kingston receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 921 mm. The seasons in Kingston, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives high rainfall, with an average of 156 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 29 mm over 6 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Kingston Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
The sunniest days in Kingston occur in July, with around 8.8 hours of daily sunshine. Even in October, the least sunny month, Kingston doesn't shy away from the sun, still enjoying a comfortable 7.5 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 26°C in March to 29°C in July.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Kingston.
The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 81%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 70%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s to 4 m/s. It is lower in October, November and December and higher in June and July.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
partly cloudy and small chance of rain partly cloudy and chance of rain almost clear and no rainForecast for Kingston
6 m/s
6 m/s
7 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Kingston in Jamaica
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, April and December.Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 156 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 29 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 264 hours of sunshine.
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