April weather forecast
Jamaica

April, in Jamaica, is a transitional month, straddling the tail end of the dry season and the onset of the wet season. This period marks a further increase in temperatures when compared to March. The temperatures in the plains often reach 30°C (86°F) during the day, making it among the warmer months of the year. However, the temperatures remain comfortable for a variety of activities, especially in the coastal regions.

Night-time temperatures in the plains are also on the rise, typically not dropping below 21.1°C (70°F). In contrast, the more elevated regions such as the Blue Mountains continue to offer a cooler refuge, with temperatures ranging between 15°C (59°F) and 22.2°C (72°F).

April sees a substantial increase in precipitation compared to March, indicating the transition towards the wet season that officially starts in May. However, rain showers are often brief, and there are still plenty of dry periods during the day for outdoor exploration.

Sunshine hours in April remain relatively stable, providing around 8 hours of bright sunshine each day. This consistent sunlight ensures that the island's beaches, such as those in Montego Bay and Ocho Rios, remain attractive destinations for sunbathing and water activities.

Wind conditions in April continue to be relatively mild, with wind speeds typically in the range of 19.3km/h (12mph) to 24.1km/h (15mph). The influence of the Norte winds from the United States is now minimal, leading to warmer evenings than those experienced in the first quarter of the year.

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• Kingston - April »
  April ushers in a transitioning climate in Kingston; temperatures, rainfall amount, and relative humidity generally rise when compared to March figures. February and April, with an average of 8.6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Kingston, Jamaica.
• Montego Bay - April »
  In Montego Bay during April, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 153mm (6.02") of precipitation. On the first day of April in Montego Bay sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:25.
• Portmore - April »
  April in Portmore, Jamaica sees a considerable increase in temperatures, however, the sea temperature remains relatively stable, making it a great time for beach activities. In Portmore in April, the average water temperature is 27.7°C (81.9°F).
• Mandeville - April »
  In Mandeville in April, during 25.4 rainfall days, 127mm (5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of April in Mandeville sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:23.
• Old Harbour - April »
  On the first day of April in Old Harbour sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:22. In Old Harbour in April, the average water temperature is 27.8°C (82°F).
• Port Antonio - April »
  March, April and July, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Port Antonio. March, April and July, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Port Antonio.
• Saint Ann's Bay - April »
  April sees the advent of slightly elevated temperature levels in Saint Ann's Bay, indicating the edge of the dry season. In Saint Ann's Bay, in April, the average water temperature is 27.8°C (82°F).
• Bog Walk - April »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Bog Walk, Jamaica, are January through April, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. January through April, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Bog Walk, Jamaica.
• Constant Spring - April »
  In Constant Spring, Jamaica, during April, the rain falls for 24.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 78mm (3.07") of precipitation. April is among the more comfortable months in Constant Spring, Jamaica, with a temperature varying between 22.6°C (72.7°F) and 28.7°C (83.7°F).
• Ewarton - April »
  In Ewarton, Jamaica, in April, during 21.9 rainfall days, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is typically accumulated. January through April, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Ewarton, Jamaica.