Jamaica
Jerk chicken smoking over pimento wood at a roadside shack, waterfalls you climb instead of just admire, and a bassline that seems to be playing from somewhere on every street.
The best time to visit Jamaica is Dec–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 29°C (84°F). Local time there is 22:56 (UTC-5).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
January · high 28°C · rain 49mm · 11.1h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Montego Bay, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C82°F | 49mm1.9in | 11.1h11.1h | in the recommended window |
| February | 28°C82°F | 40mm1.6in | 11.5h11.5h | in the recommended window |
| March | 28°C83°F | 50mm2.0in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| April | 29°C84°F | 43mm1.7in | 12.5h12.5h | in the recommended window |
| May | 30°C86°F | 79mm3.1in | 13.0h13.0h | |
| June | 31°C87°F | 63mm2.5in | 13.2h13.2h | |
| July | 31°C87°F | 43mm1.7in | 13.1h13.1h | |
| August | 31°C88°F | 84mm3.3in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| September | 31°C88°F | 76mm3.0in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| October | 30°C86°F | 115mm4.5in | 11.7h11.7h | |
| November | 29°C84°F | 101mm4.0in | 11.2h11.2h | |
| December | 28°C83°F | 64mm2.5in | 11.0h11.0h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- JMDJamaican dollar
- Language
- English, Jamaican Patois
- Driving
- on the left
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When is the best time to visit Jamaica?
The best time to visit Jamaica is Dec–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 29°C (84°F).
How warm does Jamaica get?
Typical daytime highs in Jamaica are Mar–May 29°C (84°F), Jun–Aug 31°C (87°F), Sep–Nov 30°C (86°F), Dec–Feb 28°C (82°F).
Is Jamaica expensive?
On the ground, Jamaica is middling.
What sort of trip is Jamaica good for?
Jamaica is good for beach and sun holidays, relaxing holidays, history and culture, nature and scenery.
How rainy is Jamaica?
The wettest month in Jamaica is October at 115mm (4.5in), the driest February at 40mm (1.6in), with a monthly average of 67mm (2.6in).
What plug do I need for Jamaica?
Jamaica uses type A, B sockets at 116 V.
