Climate and Weather of Jamaica
The climate in Jamaica is tropical, with hot and humid weather, although higher inland regions are more temperate. Some regions on the south coast, such as the Liguanea Plain and the Pedro Plains, are relatively dry areas.The average daily temperature is around 25°C. However it can vary depending on the region. Coastal areas typically experience temperatures between 24°C and 30°C. Higher elevations, tend to be cooler, sometimes even below 20°C, especially at night.The nicest weather is during the dry period from January to April. The sun shines often, and sometimes clouds develop into rainstorms. The weather is most pleasant during this period.
During the wet period, you can expect days with grey, wet, and windy weather. Most of the rain falls in the periods May-June and September-November. Depending on the location and altitude, the amount of precipitation varies. Especially in the higher parts in the east of the island, there can be considerably more rainfall.
Are you interested in more detailed information for various cities in Jamaica?
Please select the city you plan to visit, or one closest to your destination. For each selected city, you will see the following graphs:
1. Yearly average minimum and maximum temperatures
2. Monthly averages of precipitation throughout the year (rainfall, snow etc)
3. Monthly average hours of sunshine throughout the year
Additionally, some pages provide historical weather data such as humidity, wind speed, and water temperature.