Weather in Montego Bay
What's the weather like in Montego Bay?
Montego Bay has warm year-round and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 27°C (81°F) in January to 31°C (87°F) in July, with overnight lows around 21°C (70°F) and 24°C (76°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Montego Bay are January through February, and December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇯🇲 Jamaica
- Region
- Caribbean
- Time zone
- America/Jamaica
- Coordinates
- 18.476, -77.894
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 81°F | 21°C / 70°F | 63 mm | 24 | — |
| February | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 70°F | 55 mm | 23 | — |
| March | 28°C / 83°F | 21°C / 70°F | 71 mm | 24 | — |
| April | 29°C / 84°F | 22°C / 71°F | 106 mm | 27 | — |
| May | 30°C / 85°F | 23°C / 73°F | 212 mm | 29 | — |
| June | 30°C / 87°F | 24°C / 75°F | 123 mm | 25 | — |
| July | 31°C / 87°F | 24°C / 76°F | 97 mm | 26 | — |
| August | 31°C / 87°F | 24°C / 76°F | 142 mm | 28 | — |
| September | 31°C / 87°F | 24°C / 76°F | 181 mm | 29 | — |
| October | 30°C / 85°F | 24°C / 75°F | 190 mm | 30 | — |
| November | 28°C / 83°F | 23°C / 73°F | 96 mm | 25 | — |
| December | 28°C / 82°F | 22°C / 72°F | 67 mm | 22 | — |
Montego Bay by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Montego Bay?
The most comfortable months in Montego Bay are usually January, February, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Montego Bay?
August is typically the hottest month in Montego Bay, averaging a high of 31°C (87°F).
What is the coldest month in Montego Bay?
February is usually the coldest, with average lows around 21°C (70°F).
Does it snow in Montego Bay?
Snow is rare in Montego Bay; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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