Weather in April in Jamaica
Considering a trip to Jamaica this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Jamaica in April?
April in Jamaica generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Pleasant Hill at 28°C to very warm in Mandeville at 31°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C in Mandeville and 25°C in Pleasant Hill. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.For specific regional insights in Jamaica, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Negril with an average of 34 mm to high rainfall in Montego Bay with 102 mm.Average sunshine
The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 253 hours of sunshine in Montego Bay. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Jamaica climate page.
Where to go in Jamaica in April
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in April for the 5 most popular destinations in Jamaica?
Montego Bay
In April Montego Bay generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Kingston
In April Kingston generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Negril
In April Negril generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Ocho Rios
In April Ocho Rios generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Port Antonio
In April Port Antonio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Jamaica.
Is April the best time to visit Jamaica?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Montego Bay, April might be a good time to visit Jamaica.
On average, the best time to visit Jamaica is in January, February, March and December with generally perfect weather in Montego Bay. On the other hand, the months of May and September tend to have poor weather conditions.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Jamaica.
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