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Jamaica weather in March

Considering a trip to Jamaica this March 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 March?

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

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Port Antonio at 27°C to very warm in Mandeville at 31°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C in Mandeville and 23°C 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.

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Negril with an average of 25 mm to moderate rainfall in Port Antonio with 87 mm. Meanwhile, Montego Bay enjoys close to 252 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.

For specific regional insights in Jamaica for March, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Jamaica climate page.

Where to go in Jamaica in March

Find the average weather conditions in March for the most popular destinations in Jamaica on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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

Popular destinations in Jamaica

What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in Jamaica?

Average weather in Montego Bay

In March Montego Bay 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.

Montego Bay
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
29°C 
22°C 
215 hours 
53 mm 
6 days 
29°C 
23°C 
252 hours 
67 mm 
6 days 
April   >> April
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30°C 
23°C 
253 hours 
102 mm 
7 days 
Climate in Montego Bay

Average weather in Kingston

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

Kingston
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
28°C 
23°C 
242 hours 
29 mm 
6 days 
28°C 
23°C 
263 hours 
38 mm 
6 days 
April   >> April
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29°C 
24°C 
261 hours 
43 mm 
7 days 
Climate in Kingston

Average weather in Negril

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

Negril
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
28°C 
24°C 
215 hours 
20 mm 
6 days 
29°C 
25°C 
252 hours 
25 mm 
6 days 
April   >> April
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29°C 
25°C 
253 hours 
34 mm 
7 days 
Climate in Negril

Average weather in Ocho Rios

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

Ocho Rios
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
28°C 
22°C 
242 hours 
53 mm 
6 days 
28°C 
22°C 
263 hours 
66 mm 
6 days 
April   >> April
>>  
29°C 
23°C 
261 hours 
77 mm 
7 days 
Climate in Ocho Rios

Average weather in Port Antonio

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

Port Antonio
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
27°C 
23°C 
242 hours 
76 mm 
6 days 
27°C 
23°C 
263 hours 
87 mm 
6 days 
April   >> April
>>  
28°C 
24°C 
261 hours 
84 mm 
7 days 
Climate in Port Antonio

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Jamaica.

Is March the best 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 and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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