Negril weather in January (Westmoreland, Jamaica)

Curious about the January weather in Negril? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Negril, January is characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 28°C, while nights can cool down to about 25°C.

Negril in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 19 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Typically around 8 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 228 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Negril. January, February, March, April and December typically offer the best circumstances. While September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Negril climate page with graphs.

 

Negril, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 27%  

Precipitation 19 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 77% *  

Sunshine 228 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Montego Bay, Jamaica (52 KM, 32 Miles).

Where to go in Jamaica in January

Find out more about the weather in Jamaica in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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).

So, what should you wear in Negril in January?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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