Ocho Rios weather in May (Jamaica)

How does the May weather in Ocho Rios compare to other months? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

During May, Ocho Rios usually has high temperatures and high rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 30°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 24°C. Although these are average temperatures, some days can be hotter. Wear cool, breathable clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Ocho Rios in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 145 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With approximately 257 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Ocho Rios. January, February, March, April and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Ocho Rios, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 145 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 257 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Kingston, Jamaica (62 KM, 38 Miles).

Where to go in Jamaica in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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