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Annual Average Weather for Montego Bay, Saint James Parish, Jamaica

The annual average maximum daily temperature is 30.4°C (86.7°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The annual average water temperature is typically 28.0°C (82.5°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. Annually there are on average 12.5 days of rain per month and 7.4 hours of sun per day.

When is the best time to visit Montego Bay?

The best months to visit Montego Bay are January, February, March, July, 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 November 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 Montego Bay year round?

Yes, you can sunbathe in Montego Bay all year round.

The coolest month in Montego Bay is February when the average maximum temperature is 29°C (83°F), average temperature is 26°C (78°F) and average minimum temperature is 23°C (73°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

Can you swim in Montego Bay year round?

Yes, you can swim in Montego Bay all year round.

The warmest sea water temperatures in Montego Bay are found in September when they peak at 29°C (85°F) and lowest in February when they dip to 27°C (80°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 Montego Bay?

The hottest month in Montego Bay is August when the average maximum temperature is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days 32°C (90°F), average temperature is 29°C (84°F) and average minimum temperature is 26°C (79°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

When is the coldest month in Montego Bay?

The coolest month in Montego Bay is February when the average maximum temperature is 29°C (83°F), average temperature is 26°C (78°F) and average minimum temperature is 23°C (73°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine

When is the sunniest month in Montego Bay?

The sunniest days in Montego Bay are in April which has the most hours of sunshine per day. In April the sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.4hrs making the days long and bright.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the least sunny month in Montego Bay?

October has the least sunshine. In October the sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.7 hours of sunshine per day.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the driest month in Montego Bay?

The driest month in Montego Bay is February with 3.7cm (1.5inches) of rain and the least days of rain with 8.2 days with some rain, a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall

When is the wettest month in Montego Bay?

The wettest month in Montego Bay is May with 31.6cm (12.4inches) of rain and October has the most days of rain with 18 days with some rain, a wet time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall.

When is the sea the coldest in Montego Bay?

The coldest sea water temperatures in Montego Bay are found in February when they dip to 27°C (80°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 Montego Bay?

The warmest sea water temperatures in Montego Bay are found in September when they peak at 29°C (85°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 Montego Bay?

The most humid month in Montego Bay is August with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 26°C (80°F) which is extremely humid and uncomfortable 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 Montego Bay?

The least humid month in Montego Bay is February with a dew point of 23°C (73°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 Montego Bay?

The most windy month in Montego Bay is July when the average maximum windspeed is 31KM/H (19MPH) and the average wind speed is 10KM/H (6MPH).

More info about the annual wind conditions.

Annual Temperature for Montego Bay

The hottest month in Montego Bay is August when the average maximum temperature is 32°C (90°F), average temperature is 29°C (84°F) and average minimum temperature is 26°C (79°F).

The coolest month in Montego Bay is February when the average maximum temperature is 29°C (29°F), average temperature is 26°C (78°F) and average minimum temperature is 23°C (73°F).

Annual Sunshine for Montego Bay

The longest days in Montego Bay 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 Montego Bay are in April which has the most hours of sunshine per day. The sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.4hrs making the days long and bright.

October has the least sunshine. The sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.7 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 Montego Bay

The warmest sea water temperatures in Montego Bay are found in September when they peak at 29°C (85°F) and lowest in February when they dip to 27°C (80°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 Montego Bay

The wettest month in Montego Bay is May with 31.6cm (12.4inches) of rain and October has the most days of rain with 18 days with some rain, a wet time to visit the beach.

The driest month in Montego Bay is February with 3.7cm (1.5inches) of rain and the least days of rain with 8.2 days with some rain, a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Annual Humidity for Montego Bay

The most humid month in Montego Bay is August with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 26°C (80°F) which is extremely humid and uncomfortable unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning.

The least humid month in Montego Bay is February with a dew point of 23°C (73°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 Montego Bay

The most windy month in Montego Bay is July when the average maximum windspeed is 31KM/H (19MPH) and the average wind speed is 10KM/H (6MPH).

The least windy month in Montego Bay is October when the average maximum windspeed is 24KM/H (15MPH) and the average wind speed is 8KM/H (5MPH).

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