August in Priory brings very high temperatures around 32°C (90°F) during the day, dropping to 25°C (77°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 106 mm (4.2 in) for the month.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Priory. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Priory typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 32°C (90°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 26°C (79°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Priory spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 22 years of weather observations in Priory between 2004 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Jamaica and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Jamaica in August →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in August - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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