Saint James Weather in October

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

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Planning a getaway to Saint James, Jamaica this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Saint James in October

Saint James, Jamaica is a region in Jamaica. October in Saint James generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Montego Bay. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Saint James, Jamaica, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Falmouth with an average of 175 mm (6.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Montego Bay with 189 mm (7.4 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Montego Bay enjoys approximately 217 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Saint James by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Saint James — and find the best time to visit. (based on Montego Bay)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March29°C (84°F) April30°C (86°F) May31°C (88°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August32°C (90°F) September32°C (90°F) October31°C (88°F) November30°C (86°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Saint James in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Saint James.

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Saint James, Jamaica?

Temperature range in Saint James (October)

Precipitation variation in Saint James (October)

Montego Bay

In October Montego Bay generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
217 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
214 mm (8.4 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
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Falmouth

In October Falmouth generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
217 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
188 mm (7.4 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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In our records: Jamaica October extremes

Notable October records observed across cities in Jamaica in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest October day in Jamaica reached 38°C (100°F) in Pleasant Hill on October 30, 1978.
  • From our sources, the wettest October day in Jamaica brought 302 mm (12 in) in Kingston on October 21, 1993.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Montego Bay 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 189 mm (7.4 in)
Falmouth 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 175 mm (6.9 in)

Saint James weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Saint James, Jamaica typically experiences poor weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Montego Bay average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

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

In Montego Bay, the average daytime high in October is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Montego Bay records an average of 189 mm (7.4 in) in October, putting it among the wetter months for Saint James, Jamaica.

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

In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit Saint James, Jamaica due to the typically unpleasant weather in Montego Bay.

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

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