Jamaica Weather Forecast
Jamaica weather: 81°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Climate in Jamaica month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 86° | 71° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 85° | 70° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 86° | 71° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 87° | 72° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 89° | 74° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 89° | 76° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 91° | 76° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 91° | 77° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 91° | 76° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 88° | 76° | 7,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 86° | 73° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 85° | 72° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Jamaica
Go in January, February, March, April, May, June, August and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: September, October and November - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Recent extremes in Jamaica
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 40 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid September, October and November - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Jamaica?
Jamaica is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 17.9714, -76.7931. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Jamaica right now?
It is currently 81°F (27°C) with clear. Humidity is 77% and wind is 0 mph.
When is the best time to visit Jamaica?
January, February, March, April, May, June, August and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Jamaica, which has a Mediterranean climate. September, October and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Jamaica in?
Jamaica observes America/Jamaica (UTC-05:00). The local time is 4:43 PM.
How many people live in Jamaica?
Jamaica has a population of approximately 2.8 million.
What are the top things to do in Jamaica?
Popular options include Seven Mile Beach.
What places are in Jamaica?
Jamaica covers 1 places in this atlas, including Seven Mile Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 4:43 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
