Even in winter, daytime temperatures are around 2730 c 8186 f and nighttime temperatures around 2023 c 6873 f. The rainy season in jamaica is a time of year that some jamaicans do not look forward to. Traditionally, the rainy periods are april and mayjune and again october to novemberdecember. Satellite weather forecasts generally give adequate warning so that precautions can be taken. Temperatures begin peaking in the upper 80s, and june signals the beginning of several months of severe tropical weather, which can occasionally cause problems with travel to jamaica, though such storms are rare in the early months of this season. We usually go to jamaica then because of that is the dry season and it is cooler. If youre heading to jamaica during the hurricane season. The minirainy season is essentially focused on may with a. Does it rain a lot or is it rainy season now in jamaica. Get the latest coronavirus covid19 updates for jamaica with current travel advice, statistics and online resources below are average maximum temperatures at popular destinations in jamaica in june. The years 2012 and 20 and into 2014 saw drought conditions prevail in some portions of. Jamaica tends not to be so badly affected by tropical storms as other, more northerly caribbean islands. The best time to visit jamaica is in november and early december, after the hurricane season has subsided and before the tourists arrive for the winter holidays.
The numberone reason for the cool weather in ocho rios jamaica is the caribbean sea. Between the months of june and december the island of jamaica receives a substantial amount of rainfall. It is the off season but still a fairly popular time of year for tourists. The temperature still tends to be reasonably hot and enjoyable, even when it rains. May is the beginning of the rainy season in jamaica. For better weather, but on the hot side, try late june. How the weather acts in jamaicas rainy season october. Summers june to august are warmer, bringing a slight increase in rainfall. We have been going to negril since the late 80s and have had very few rainy days, been almost every month of the year and you may get a few showers but they dont last long, jamaica has two rainy periods annually. F, chance of rain 47% mainly thunderstorms, humidity 90%, wind from the east at 8 mph. The temperature starts heating up for the first month of summer.
The average minimum temperature usually the minimum temperature is noted during the night in negril in june is 24. Jamaica weather jamaica, caribbean forecast tripadvisor. Like the majority of the caribbean, jamaica has a rainy season, running from may to november. The rainy season continues, with an average precipitation level in june of around 80mm, or 11 days with some rain appearance, however this is counteracted by. Like the rest of the caribbean, in the period from june to november, jamaica can be affected by hurricanes, the tropical cyclones of the atlantic ocean, which, however, are more likely between august and october. Jamaica is particularly hot and humid in june, while the rainy season brings frequent yet refreshing showers to the islands picturesque beach resorts. Here are some average weather facts we collected from our historical climate data. The rainy season is in full effect, with precipitation levels averaging around 80 mm, meaning at least 11 rainy days in june. The thought of our trip being one where it rains every day is depressing. Average high temps this time of year hover in the mid80s. April is a bit warmer with average daytime temperature about 26 c 79 f also this the last dry month in jamaica. Jamaica is the third most popular island for caribbean tourists after dominican republic and cuba, according to the caribbean tourism organization. Historical data indicates that every year jamaica experiences a rainy season from september to november and from may to june.
The first jamaican rainy season historically is late may into june. Rainy season begins technically in may and runs through dec. My fiance and i are going to montego bay, jamaica for our honeymoon on may 23rd and getting back june 1st. Get the latest coronavirus covid19 updates for jamaica with current travel advice, statistics and online resources. Best time to visit jamaica 2020 hurricane season 101 holidays. January and february are coldest months in jamaica. Dec 25, 2006 i am answering as one who lives in jamaica. The climate in jamaica in june ranges from good to tolerable depending on the region and city. June falls in the rainy season with an average precipitation of 166mm 6. June is part of the short rainy season and is the first month of the hurricane season in jamaica possible but only a small chance. Of course to the extent of applicability of term cold to jamaica. The years 2012 and 20 and into 2014 saw drought conditions prevail in some portions of jamaican and the caribbean.
The winter months will see an average of 81 f of sea temperature. The majority of the time, the rainfall is moderate but at other times it is a heavy downpour that can last for days. The warmest month is july with an average maximum temperature of 31c 88f. Thats when the islands already beautiful weather ranging from mid70s to the high 80s all yearround is the most pleasant and the hotel and flight deals are the easiest to find.
Didnt realize may was rainy season jamaica forum tripadvisor. June weather in jamaica the tables below give the normal june temperatures and rainfall for cities and popular vacation spots in jamaica. The best and worst times to go to jamaica are the dry months in the spring and rainy months in the fall. Temperatures begin peaking in the upper 80s, and june signals the beginning of several months of severe tropical weather, which can occasionally cause problems with travel to jamaica. The early winter months of november to december are also the best months to visit for those who are looking for the best value for their money as the impending rainy season keeps. Average weather in june in montego bay, jamaica weather. The hurricane season the curse of jamaican weather, the hurricane season, officially lasts from june 1 to november 30 but theres no need for. But dont worry that itll make your holiday a washout showers tend to be short blasts in the afternoon, followed by sunshine. Sep 12, 20 for the absolute best chance of sunshine and low prices, visit from october to early december, after the worst of the rainy season but before the high tourist season starts. Climate and average monthly weather in negril westmoreland.
For the absolute best chance of sunshine and low prices, visit from october to early december, after the worst of the rainy season but before the high tourist season starts. The rainy season is just beginning in june on jamaica and the weather is beginning to heat up a bit in more ways than one. Best time to visit jamaica 2020 hurricane season 101. May, based on historical averages, is the short rainy season jamaica has 2 rainy seasons each year.
In jamaica, the climate is tropical, hot all year round, with little difference between winter and summer just a few degrees. The hurricane season the curse of jamaican weather, the hurricane season, officially lasts from june 1 to november 30 but theres no need for panic. Rates are also cheap during the summer, but youll risk the wrath. The rain tends to fall in the afternoon, and the weather moves quickly, so it.
The minirainy season is essentially focused on may with a slight drift into june then a reprieve in most areas until sept thru november. In fact, the hurricane season can be one of the best times to visit jamaica, especially during june, july and november which often see good weather without any. I heard after it was booked, of course that may was their rainy season. The earliest sunrise of the month in montego bay is 5. Like most caribbean islands, jamaica has a hurricane season that runs from june through november every year. Though jamaica is located in the atlantic hurricane belt, travelers are more likely to experience tropical storms in summer and fall than to encounter a hurricane in jamaica, which is estimated to hit only once every 11 years. Select a destination to see more weather parameters. The weather forecast for a typical day in june, based on historical averages, is. Frequent showers are accompanied by probability of hurricanes.
The winter season in ocho rios experiences the least amount of rain fall when compared to other. During the rainy season it can rain during any part of the day but is most common in the late afternoon and early evening. What is the best time of year to go to negril in jamaica. Rain is probable many days the later in the month the higher the probability. The average hightemperature, in june, in montego bay, jamaica, is 31c 87.
The hurricane season which streches from june november isnt much of a rainy season. The best time to visit ocho rios, jamaica for weather. The majority of cultural festivals occur during the first half of the year. The best time to visit jamaica is november to middecember. Now, im all for this positive attitude and find the term liquid sunshine sort of cute but has anybody been to jamaica during the later half of the month of may. November or december, with the heaviest rains in september and. Which month has the best weather conditions in jamaica. I didnt realize may was the rainy season and booked our short trip from may 21 through may 25th. However, it must be emphasized that we often experience many days of sunshine during this socalled rainy season.
Average temperatures rest between the mid70s and high 80s. The other months, also called the dry season, have much less rain and humidity. During the hurricane season you can experience glorious sunshine or dramatic hurricanes. It will be somewhere between mid may and late june. With warm seas and plenty of sunshine, this is a good time of year to make the most of the clear blue waters surrounding jamaica, whether you want a relaxing swim or to try more adventurous. Average weather in june in montego bay, jamaica weather spark. However, june is the start of hurricane season on the island but the chance of one in june is very low. Fall september through november fall daily highs range from 90. What\s it like in jamaica in june updated 1192020 everyone wants to know. Theres also information here on hurricanes, plus this months average humidity and sunshine.
The average minimum temperature usually the minimum temperature is noted during the night in runaway bay in june is 24. June august is fairly slow season for tourism in ocho rios, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less. Most rainfall rainy season is seen in june, september and october. They bring slight drop of temperatures on one hand but on the other finally drive away rain clouds. However, jamaica was largely left untouched by hurricanes irma and maria, which swept through the caribbean in 2017, killing thousands and. While the weather is cooler during peak season ever so slightly, and the water visibility may be slightly better, due to less rain, you will not be. Best time to go to jamaica 2020 read before travel. Whats it like to visit jamaica in june jamaica blogs. Below are average maximum temperatures at popular destinations in jamaica in june. A big part of its popularity is warm temperatures, great beaches, interesting culture and highquality resorts in. It is not perfect, however, the weather in jamaica that month is, on average, quite good in ocho rios. Daylight saving time is not observed in montego bay during 2020.
Average rainfall during the hurricane season shows a modest increase during june and a drop in july. The last time april 2005 we went to jamaica it only rained one evening the entire nine nights were were there and it. The highest chance of overcast or mostly cloudy conditions is 80% on june the clearest day of the month is june 30, with clear, mostly clear, or partly cloudy conditions 25%. To enjoy the best of jamaicas weather, the best time to visit is between november to middecember when the island enjoys the most pleasant weather in the year. If you are trying to avoid the rainy season in winter, then ocho rios is just for you. The atlantic hurricane season in 2018 became the third in a consecutive series of damaging and higher than average seasons. Weather in ocho rios jamaica sunshine and cool breeze. Peak season begins middecember and ends midapril, which is a great time to vacation in jamaica if you dont mind the crowds. A rainy season begins in may or june and extends through. The hurricane season officially runs from 1 june to 30 november, with august and september its peak months. The rainy season continues, with an average precipitation level in june of around 80mm, or 11 days with some rain appearance, however this is counteracted by an average of 10 sunshine hours each day, meaning that any downpour will quickly pass in the tropical climes of jamaica. No problem best time to go as its quieter and cheaper. Some hurricanes that hit jamaica in full force, causing great damage, were.
The second rainy season is september into early november. During my lifertime over 20 years we have had hurricanes in july and september. Montego bay, jamaica june weather forecast and climate. The month of june in montego bay experiences essentially constant cloud cover, with the percentage of time that the sky is overcast or mostly cloudy remaining about 78% throughout the month.
Rainfall is heaviest along the eastern edge of the islands north coast, with port antonio receiving the most intense downpours. If you want to get married on the beeach my recommendation is go in march or april. Jan 20, 2020 it will be somewhere between mid may and late june. Of course you all know there is the chance of a storm during the hurricane season, which starts in june and peaks from august to early october. Hurricane season in jamaica is from june 1st through november 30th. I found the feeling of the june humidity was not one of obsession. Apr 14, 2020 the best and worst times to go to jamaica are the dry months in the spring and rainy months in the fall. Rainfall in jamaica is highest between june and november, typically peaking during october and november. Rain mainly comes in the late afternoon and early evening and normally lasts 15 min. It is not really the monsoon season in jamaica during june. Rainy season starts in june and continues to october. Like all caribbean islands that lie within the atlantic hurricane belt, jamaica is quite vulnerable to hurricanes. Jan 19, 2020 so, is june a good month to go to jamaica.
Average weather june in negril westmoreland, jamaica. This peak season is naturally the most expensive time to visit, with tourists setting their sights on cozumels snowfree weather reports. The hurricane season in jamaica runs from the beginning of june to the end of november, though peak season is from august to october. The montego bay rainy season generally accompanies the regions hurricane season, which runs from may to november. Ive read so many different things online that say their rain will last just a tiny portion of the afternoon and is a relief from the sun and a great time to go get food or drinks. Best time to visit jamaica montego bay weather year round. While prices rise in jamaica during the busy season between january through march, rainfall increases from may to june, and the hurricane season is at its peak from august to october. Average weather june in runaway bay trelawny, jamaica. Jamaica can be extremely humid around this time, especially if it rained. June june in jamaica the sun hots up, getting ready for jamaicas hottest month, july.
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