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Port Antonio weather in October (Portland, Jamaica)

Wondering what the weather is like in Port Antonio during October? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

October in Port Antonio generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 29°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 25°C. Expect some days to be hotter than these averages. Stay cool by wearing light clothing and drinking plenty of water throughout the day.

Precipitation

Port Antonio in October usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 192 mm for the month. The month brings the heaviest rain of the year, often in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry during the showers. Rain is expected on roughly 16 days.

Average sunshine

With around 226 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Port Antonio. January, February, March and April typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, August, 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 Port Antonio climate page with graphs.

 

Port Antonio, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 192 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 226 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Kingston, Jamaica (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Where to go in Jamaica in October

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

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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
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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