Montego Bay Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The climate is tropical in Montego Bay. Rain is seen in most months, there is only a short dry season. The averaga annual temperature is 26°C (79°F).
Monthly Temperature in Montego Bay
With minimal seasonal shifts, Montego Bay experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in July to a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in the coolest month, February.
Nights vary from 26°C (79°F) in July to around 22°C (72°F) during the colder months.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Montego Bay
Montego Bay has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1521 mm (60 in) of rainfall per year. The climate in Montego Bay shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in May, the wettest month, with an average of 220 mm (8.7 in) of precipitation over 12 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 53 mm (2.1 in) of rainfall over 6 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Montego Bay Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Montego Bay
If you're planning a trip to Montego Bay, rest assured that sunshine is an important factor. With peak sunshine in April at 8.4 hours daily and a slight dip to 7.0 hours in September, it maintains a sunny destination year-round.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Water Temperature in Montego Bay
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 27°C (81°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in July.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Montego Bay by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Montego Bay.
The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 79%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 74%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Montego Bay 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Montego Bay
With its warm weather, Montego Bay experiences temperatures from 29°C (84°F) to 32°C (90°F) throughout the year. January, February, March and December offers the driest weather, which makes it a good time to visit.It's smart to plan your activities during the cooler morning hours or take advantage of the refreshing evenings.
Note that May, August, September and October make up the rainy season, with heavier precipitation expected. Planning your next adventure but unsure where to go? Our climate tool suggests perfect locations tailored to your preferred weather conditions. Discover your ideal travel destination with our weather planner.
