Saint James Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Saint James, Jamaica in December.

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Montego Bay Falmouth

Are you planning a trip a to Saint James, Jamaica in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Saint James in December

Saint James, Jamaica is a region in Jamaica. December in Saint James generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Montego Bay.

To explore the conditions in Saint James, Jamaica in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Montego Bay with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Falmouth with 68 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Montego Bay sees close to 217 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Saint James in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Saint James

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Saint James, Jamaica?

Temperature range in Saint James (December)

Precipitation variation in Saint James (December)

Montego Bay

In December Montego Bay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
217 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Montego Bay →

Falmouth

In December Falmouth generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
217 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Falmouth →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Saint James in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Montego Bay 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Falmouth 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

Saint James weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Saint James, Jamaica in December?

Saint James, Jamaica typically experiences perfect weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Montego Bay average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Saint James, Jamaica in December?

Montego Bay averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 23°C (73°F).

Does Saint James, Jamaica get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Montego Bay averages just 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Saint James, Jamaica.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Saint James, Jamaica?

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Saint James, Jamaica with overall perfect weather in Montego Bay. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Saint James, Jamaica is in January, February, March and December with generally perfect weather in Montego Bay. In contrast, May, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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