Port Antonio weather in January (Portland, Jamaica)

Looking to travel to Port Antonio in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Port Antonio, January is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 27°C, while night temperatures can drop to 23°C. While this month tends to be on the cooler side compared to others, the days remain pleasantly warm.

Port Antonio in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. Typically around 7 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 257 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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

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

 

Port Antonio, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 23%  

Precipitation 95 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 257 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Kingston, Jamaica (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Where to go in Jamaica in January

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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 Port Antonio 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. 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 in January.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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