Jamaica

Jamaica Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Jamaica in March.

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Montego Bay Kingston Negril Ocho Rios

Planning a journey to Jamaica this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Jamaica in March

March in Jamaica generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Port Antonio at 27°C (81°F) to very warm in Mandeville at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Mandeville and 23°C (73°F) in Port Antonio. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

For specific regional insights in Jamaica, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Negril with an average of 25 mm (1 in) to moderate rainfall in Port Antonio with 87 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Montego Bay typically receives 252 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Jamaica in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

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Temperature range in Jamaica (March)

Precipitation variation in Jamaica (March)

Montego Bay

In March Montego Bay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
252 hours
253 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Montego Bay →

Kingston

In March Kingston generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
263 hours
261 hours
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kingston →

Negril

In March Negril generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
252 hours
253 hours
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
25 mm (1 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Negril →

Ocho Rios

In March Ocho Rios generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
263 hours
261 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ocho Rios →

Port Antonio

In March Port Antonio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
263 hours
261 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Port Antonio →

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Jamaica in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Montego Bay 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Kingston 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Negril 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Ocho Rios 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Port Antonio 27°C (81°F) 23°C (73°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Mandeville 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)

Jamaica weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jamaica in March?

March in Jamaica brings perfect weather. In Montego Bay, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in Jamaica in March?

Daytime temperatures in Montego Bay peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in March, dropping to about 23°C (73°F) overnight.

Does Jamaica get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Jamaica during March, with Montego Bay averaging close to 67 mm (2.6 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Jamaica?

We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to Jamaica. Typically, the climate in Montego Bay is perfect.

Generally speaking, January, February, March and December provide perfect weather in Montego Bay. On the other hand, the months of May, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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