Saint Mary Parish Weather in October

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

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Oracabessa Port Maria

Planning a getaway to Saint Mary Parish, 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 Mary Parish in October

Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica is a region in Jamaica. October in Saint Mary Parish generally has very warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Oracabessa. 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.

For a closer look at conditions across Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Oracabessa with an average of 141 mm (5.6 in) to high rainfall in Port Maria with 146 mm (5.7 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Oracabessa.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this October. For example, Oracabessa gets approximately 226 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Saint Mary Parish by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Saint Mary Parish - and find the best time to visit. (based on Oracabessa)

January28°C (82°F) February28°C (82°F) March28°C (82°F) April29°C (84°F) May30°C (86°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August31°C (88°F) September31°C (88°F) October30°C (86°F) November29°C (84°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Saint Mary Parish in October

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

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 Mary Parish

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica?

Temperature range in Saint Mary Parish (October)

Precipitation variation in Saint Mary Parish (October)

Oracabessa

In October Oracabessa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good 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
228 hours
226 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
good
very good
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Port Maria

In October Port Maria generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good 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
228 hours
226 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
good
very good
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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 Mary Parish in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Oracabessa 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Port Maria 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)

Saint Mary Parish weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica in October?

Expect mixed weather across Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica in October. The popular destination of Oracabessa averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica in October?

Average temperatures in Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica during October range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Oracabessa.

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

Yes, October tends to be a wetter month in Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica. Average rainfall in Oracabessa sits around 141 mm (5.6 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica?

In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica due to the typically good weather in Oracabessa.

On average, the best time to visit Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica is in January, February, March, April and December with generally excellent weather in Oracabessa. In contrast, May, September and October tend to have mixed weather conditions.

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