Annual average weather for Ocho Rios, Jamaica

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Annual Average Weather for Ocho Rios, Jamaica

The annual average maximum daily temperature is 30.7°C (87.2°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The annual average water temperature is typically 27.9°C (82.2°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. Annually there are on average 9.4 days of rain per month and 7.2 hours of sun per day.

When is the best time to visit Ocho Rios?

The best months to visit Ocho Rios are January, February, March, April, for the best beach weather, the most sunshine and optimal sunbathing and swimming conditions with the least chance of rain.

The sea is best for swimming between May and October when the sea temperature is above the average 28°C (82°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Can you sunbathe in Ocho Rios year round?

Yes, you can sunbathe in Ocho Rios all year round.

The coolest month in Ocho Rios is February when the average maximum temperature is 29°C (85°F), average temperature is 27°C (80°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (74°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

Can you swim in Ocho Rios year round?

Yes, you can swim in Ocho Rios all year round.

The warmest sea water temperatures in Ocho Rios are found in September when they peak at 29°C (84°F) and lowest in February when they dip to 27°C (81°F).

The sea is excellent for swimming all year round as the water temperature is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures

When is the hottest month in Ocho Rios?

The hottest month in Ocho Rios is July when the average maximum temperature is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days 32°C (89°F), average temperature is 29°C (84°F) and average minimum temperature is 26°C (80°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

When is the coldest month in Ocho Rios?

The coolest month in Ocho Rios is February when the average maximum temperature is 29°C (85°F), average temperature is 27°C (80°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (74°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine

When is the sunniest month in Ocho Rios?

The sunniest days in Ocho Rios are in April which has the most hours of sunshine per day. In April the sunshine percentage is 66% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.9hrs making the days quite long and bright.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the least sunny month in Ocho Rios?

October has the least sunshine. In October the sunshine percentage is 54% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.3 hours of sunshine per day.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the driest month in Ocho Rios?

The driest month in Ocho Rios is January with 0.1cm (0.0inches) of rain and the least days of rain with 5.5 days with some rain, a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall

When is the wettest month in Ocho Rios?

The wettest month in Ocho Rios is August with 3.4cm (1.3inches) of rain and October has the most days of rain with 14.1 days with some rain, a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall.

When is the sea the coldest in Ocho Rios?

The coldest sea water temperatures in Ocho Rios are found in February when they dip to 27°C (81°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

When is the sea the warmest in Ocho Rios?

The warmest sea water temperatures in Ocho Rios are found in September when they peak at 29°C (84°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

When is the most humid month in Ocho Rios?

The most humid month in Ocho Rios is September with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 24°C (76°F) which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning.

More info about the annual humidity.

When is the least humid month in Ocho Rios?

The least humid month in Ocho Rios is January with a dew point of 21°C (70°F) which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan.

More info about the annual humidity.

When is the windiest month in Ocho Rios?

The most windy month in Ocho Rios is August when the average maximum windspeed is 41KM/H (25MPH) and the average wind speed is 14KM/H (9MPH).

More info about the annual wind conditions.

Annual Temperature for Ocho Rios

The hottest month in Ocho Rios is July when the average maximum temperature is 32°C (89°F), average temperature is 29°C (84°F) and average minimum temperature is 26°C (80°F).

The coolest month in Ocho Rios is February when the average maximum temperature is 29°C (29°F), average temperature is 27°C (80°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (74°F).

Annual Sunshine for Ocho Rios

The longest days in Ocho Rios are in June, with an average of 13.2 hours of daylight per day. December has the shortest days with an average of 11 hours of daylight per day.

The sunniest days in Ocho Rios are in April which has the most hours of sunshine per day. The sunshine percentage is 66% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.9hrs making the days quite long and bright.

October has the least sunshine. The sunshine percentage is 54% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.3 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index is the highest in April when it reaches 13.6 and lowest in December when it reaches 7.5.

An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Annual Sea Temperature for Ocho Rios

The warmest sea water temperatures in Ocho Rios are found in September when they peak at 29°C (84°F) and lowest in February when they dip to 27°C (81°F).

The sea is excellent for swimming all year round as the water temperature is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Annual Rainfall for Ocho Rios

The wettest month in Ocho Rios is August with 3.4cm (1.3inches) of rain and October has the most days of rain with 14.1 days with some rain, a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

The driest month in Ocho Rios is January with 0.1cm (0.0inches) of rain and the least days of rain with 5.5 days with some rain, a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Annual Humidity for Ocho Rios

The most humid month in Ocho Rios is September with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 24°C (76°F) which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning.

The least humid month in Ocho Rios is January with a dew point of 21°C (70°F) which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan.

Annual Wind Speed for Ocho Rios

The most windy month in Ocho Rios is August when the average maximum windspeed is 41KM/H (25MPH) and the average wind speed is 14KM/H (9MPH).

The least windy month in Ocho Rios is January when the average maximum windspeed is 31KM/H (19MPH) and the average wind speed is 12KM/H (8MPH).

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