Negril Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Negril, Westmoreland, Jamaica, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 30°C (86°F), peaking in August at 31°C (88°F) and dipping in February to 28°C (82°F).
With around 725 mm (29 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 April. The sunniest month is April, with 8.4 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Negril
With minimal seasonal shifts, Negril experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in August to a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in the coolest month, February.
Nights vary from 27°C (81°F) in August to around 24°C (75°F) during the colder months.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Negril
Generally, Negril receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 725 mm (29 in) annually. The climate in Negril shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in September, the wettest month, with an average of 117 mm (4.6 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 19 mm (0.7 in) of rainfall over 8 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Negril 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 Negril
If you're planning a trip to Negril, 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.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Negril by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Negril.
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
Negril 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Negril
With its warm weather, Negril experiences temperatures from 28°C (82°F) to 31°C (88°F) throughout the year. January, February, March, April 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. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
