Montego Bay, Jamaica Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Montego Bay
Located in Jamaica, Montego Bay experiences a tropical wet-and-dry climate with year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season. Afternoon temperatures peak near 88°F (31°C) in July and dip to about 83°F (28°C) in February, with around 54.5 inches (1385 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 88°F (31°C)
- Coldest month: February - highs near 83°F (28°C)
- Record high: 95°F (35°C) · Record low: 64°F (18°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: October (25 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (12.0 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical wet-and-dry - year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 88°F (31°C) and overnight lows stay near 77°F (25°C). The coolest month is February, with typical highs of 83°F (28°C) and lows around 71°F (22°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 95°F (35°C) and dropped as low as 64°F (18°C).
Rain, sun and snow
October is usually the wettest month. It brings about 7.8 inches (197 mm) of rain over 25 days, while January is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 12.0 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83° | 72° | 13 | 2.1 in | 10.5 h/day | 82% |
| February | 83° | 71° | 12 | 2.1 in | 10.8 h/day | 81% |
| March | 84° | 72° | 16 | 2.7 in | 11.3 h/day | 81% |
| April | 86° | 73° | 20 | 3.8 in | 11.8 h/day | 82% |
| May | 87° | 74° | 24 | 7.7 in | 11.3 h/day | 84% |
| June | 88° | 76° | 20 | 5.4 in | 11.2 h/day | 83% |
| July | 88° | 77° | 18 | 4.1 in | 12.0 h/day | 81% |
| August | 89° | 77° | 22 | 5.5 in | 11.3 h/day | 83% |
| September | 89° | 77° | 24 | 6.5 in | 11.1 h/day | 84% |
| October | 87° | 76° | 25 | 7.8 in | 10.5 h/day | 86% |
| November | 84° | 75° | 18 | 4.4 in | 9.7 h/day | 85% |
| December | 83° | 74° | 14 | 2.6 in | 10.1 h/day | 83% |
Montego Bay month by month
Montego Bay weather in January
January brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 72°F (22°C), about 13 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Montego Bay.
Montego Bay weather in February
February brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 71°F (22°C), about 12 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Montego Bay.
Montego Bay weather in March
March brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 72°F (22°C), about 16 wet days.
Montego Bay weather in April
April brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), about 20 wet days.
Montego Bay weather in May
May brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 74°F (24°C), about 24 wet days.
Montego Bay weather in June
June brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 20 wet days.
Montego Bay weather in July
July brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 18 wet days - typically the hottest month and the sunniest month of the year in Montego Bay.
Montego Bay weather in August
August brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 22 wet days.
Montego Bay weather in September
September brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 24 wet days.
Montego Bay weather in October
October brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 25 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Montego Bay.
Montego Bay weather in November
November brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 18 wet days.
Montego Bay weather in December
December brings highs around 83°F (29°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 14 wet days.
Seasons in Montego Bay
March through May
March through May in Montego Bay runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 86°F (30°C) and nights around 73°F (23°C); expect showers on roughly 60 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
June through August
June through August in Montego Bay brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 88°F (31°C) and nights around 77°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 60 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Montego Bay runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 87°F (30°C) and nights around 76°F (24°C); expect showers on roughly 67 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Montego Bay is hot, with daytime highs averaging 83°F (28°C) and nights around 72°F (22°C); expect showers on roughly 38 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Montego Bay
The best time to visit Montego Bay is generally December to March, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 83°F (28°C).
Pack for Montego Bay with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 77°F (25°C).
Montego Bay temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.