Black River Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Black River, Jamaica, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 30°C (86°F), peaking in July at 32°C (90°F) and dipping in January to 29°C (84°F).
With around 801 mm (32 in) of annual rainfall, the city has moderate precipitation levels. September is the wettest month and January the driest. It also has a distinct dry season from December to March. The most sunshine falls in April, with an average of 8.4 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Black River
With minimal seasonal shifts, Black River 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, January.
Nights vary from 26°C (79°F) in July to around 23°C (73°F) during the colder months.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Black River
Generally, Black River receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 801 mm (32 in) annually. The climate in Black River shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in September, the wettest month, with an average of 129 mm (5.1 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 18 mm (0.7 in) of rainfall over 8 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Black River 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 Black River
If you're planning a trip to Black River, 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
Humidity in Black River by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Black River.
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
Black River 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Black River
With its warm weather, Black River 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. Wondering where to travel based on your weather preferences? Our recommendation tool helps you find destinations with your ideal climate conditions. Use our weather planner to find your perfect destination.
