Spanish Town weather in January (Jamaica)

Curious about the January weather in Spanish Town? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Spanish Town the weather in January is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 28°C. But by evening, they drop to around 22°C. While this month tends to be on the cooler side compared to others, the days remain pleasantly warm.

Spanish Town in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 27 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Rain is expected on roughly 7 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 257 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Spanish Town. January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While May, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Spanish Town climate page with graphs.

 

Spanish Town, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 24%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 27 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 257 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Kingston, Jamaica (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Jamaica in January

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

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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 Spanish Town in January?

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. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Spanish Town.

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