Jamaica Weather Forecast
Jamaica weather: 84°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Risk assessment for Jamaica
Derived from the current forecast window - not an official warning.
Peak gusts of 40 mph and 3 thunderstorm days in the next 16 days.
Wettest single day forecast at 0,1 in, 0,6 in across the window. Flash flooding risk rises sharply above 50 mm in a day.
Active alerts for Jamaica
Derived from the forecast. No official alert feed is wired for this country yet.
16-day forecast for Jamaica
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 93° / 78° | 50% · 0,0 in | 17 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 92° / 76° | 45% · 0,0 in | 18 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 91° / 77° | 91% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 90° / 78° | 96% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 90° / 77° | 89% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 90° / 77° | 88% | 15 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 92° / 77° | 90% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 87° / 78° | 100% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 77° | 100% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 77° | 90% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 90° / 76° | 85% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 92° / 76° | 98% | 9 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 90° / 77° | 98% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 90° / 78° | 84% · 0,1 in | 5 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 90° / 77° | 78% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 92° / 78° | 61% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 9 |
What this means for Jamaica
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 93°F is in line with the 91°F typical for this month.
A 50% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Gusts to 39 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 39°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
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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 84°F (29°C) with overcast. Humidity is 67% and wind is 1 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 3:04 AM.
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 26, 2026 at 3:04 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
