Ocho Rios Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Ocho Rios. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Ocho Rios has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1133 mm of rainfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)

The climate in Ocho Rios shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 156 mm of precipitation during the wettest month October, distributed over 16 rainy days.

In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 53 mm of rainfall over 6 rainy days.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C. The city receives 226 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 28°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Ocho Rios Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Jamaica

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Jamaica. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Ocho Rios’s average annual precipitation is 1133 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm, making it wetter than Sydney.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

How is Precipitation Measured?

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Ocho Rios:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

For more detailed information about Ocho Rios’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Ocho Rios Climate page.