Jamaica in May: weather, sea & travel advice
Jamaica in May is especially suited to beach holidays, family holidays and city breaks. Days are around 30 °C (hot), and the sea is about 28 °C. With about 8 rainy days it is moderate.
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- Day
- 30 °C
- Night
- 26 °C
- Sea
- 28 °C
- Rainy days
- 8 rainy days
- Sun
- 7 h/day
- Humidity
- 72 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachExcellent83/100
City breakGood72/100
ActiveLimited58/100
FamilyGood78/100
In favour
- Pleasant daytime temperatures around 30 °C
- Warm, swimmable sea (28 °C)
To consider
- No significant drawbacks.
All months at a glance
28J
28F
29M
30A
30M
30J
31J
31A
30S
30O
29N
28D
6J
5F
5M
5A
8M
8J
6J
9A
10S
12O
9N
7D
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Frequently asked questions
How warm is Jamaica in May?
Daytime highs average around 30 °C, with nights around 26 °C.
Can you swim in Jamaica in May?
The sea is about 28 °C (very warm).
Does it rain a lot in Jamaica in May?
On the long-term average, expect about 8 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.