Newcastle weather in January (Jamaica)

Curious about the January weather in Newcastle? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Newcastle the weather in January is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 27°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 22°C. This month usually represents the year's cooler end of the spectrum. However, it still remains warm.

Newcastle in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 53 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 7 days.

With around 257 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the better months to visit Newcastle. January, February, March, April and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, September tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Newcastle, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 24%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 53 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 257 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Kingston, Jamaica (16 KM, 10 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 Newcastle 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. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

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
8/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Newcastle.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Jamaica? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Jamaica. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.