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Jamaica in August: weather, sea & travel advice

Jamaica in August is especially suited to beach holidays, family holidays and city breaks. Days are around 31 °C (hot), and the sea is about 30 °C. With about 9 rainy days it is moderate.

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Climate facts

Day
31 °C
Night
27 °C
Sea
30 °C
Rainy days
9 rainy days
Sun
7 h/day
Humidity
75 %

Suitability by travel type

BeachGood76/100
City breakGood69/100
ActiveLimited54/100
FamilyGood70/100

In favour

  • Pleasant daytime temperatures around 31 °C
  • Warm, swimmable sea (30 °C)

To consider

  • No significant drawbacks.

All months at a glance

Daytime temperature°C
28
J
28
F
29
M
30
A
30
M
30
J
31
J
31
A
30
S
30
O
29
N
28
D
Rainy daysdays
6
J
5
F
5
M
5
A
8
M
8
J
6
J
9
A
10
S
12
O
9
N
7
D

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Frequently asked questions

How warm is Jamaica in August?

Daytime highs average around 31 °C, with nights around 27 °C.

Can you swim in Jamaica in August?

The sea is about 30 °C (very warm).

Does it rain a lot in Jamaica in August?

On the long-term average, expect about 9 rainy days.

When is the best time to visit Jamaica?

The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.