January weather forecast
Jamaica

January marks the continuation of the dry season in Jamaica, characterized by a comfortable balance of moderate temperatures and reduced rainfall. The island experiences temperatures typically falling below 21.1°C (70°F), which makes January one of the coolest months of the year. Comparatively, January's temperature is noticeably cooler than December and considerably milder than the approaching hotter months of February and March.

In the plains, daytime temperatures can reach up to 30°C (86°F), providing warm and pleasant conditions for visitors. In contrast, the mountainous regions, especially the Blue Mountains, experience lower temperatures ranging from 15°C (59°F) to 22.2°C (72°F), offering cooler, more temperate weather.

Rainfall in January is relatively low, offering respite from the wet season that stretches from May to October. As a result, the island, especially the capital city of Kingston, sees fewer rainy days compared to the upcoming months, providing tourists ample opportunity to explore the city and surrounding regions.

Despite the lower temperatures, the island receives a substantial amount of sunshine with an average of 8 hours per day, which is similar to December and slightly more than February. Consequently, January offers an excellent period for beach activities and exploring the natural landscapes without the discomfort of excessive heat or humidity.

Wind conditions in January are mild, with speeds remaining in the range of 19.3km/h (12mph) to 24.1km/h (15mph), and the evenings can be a bit cooler due to the cold Norte wind from the United States. Therefore, while January's weather allows for a variety of outdoor activities during the day, a light jacket might be necessary for evening outings, especially in the mountainous areas.

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• Kingston - January »
  The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 5 days and typically collects 18mm (0.71") of precipitation. The month with the least rainfall in Kingston is January, when the rain falls for 5 days and typically collects 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.
• Montego Bay - January »
  The months of January and February see the lowest levels of Montego Bay's temperatures, averaging a high of 29°C (84.2°F). On the first day of January in Montego Bay, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 17:46.
• Portmore - January »
  In Portmore in January, the average water temperature is 27.1°C (80.8°F). On the first day of January in Portmore sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:43.
• Mandeville - January »
  The month with the least rainfall in Mandeville is January, when the rain falls for 22.1 days and typically collects 56mm (2.2") of precipitation. In Mandeville during January, the rain falls for 22.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation.
• Old Harbour - January »
  On the first day of January in Old Harbour, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:44. In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:44.
• Port Antonio - January »
  January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the lowest UV index in Port Antonio, Jamaica. In Port Antonio, in January, the average water temperature is 27.1°C (80.8°F).
• Saint Ann's Bay - January »
  In Saint Ann's Bay during January, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation. In Saint Ann's Bay, during January, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation.
• Bog Walk - January »
  In Bog Walk, Jamaica, during January, the rain falls for 19.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of precipitation. The month of January in Bog Walk, Jamaica is balmy with high and low temperatures ranging from 28.4°C (83.1°F) to 20.5°C (68.9°F).
• Constant Spring - January »
  In Constant Spring in January, it is raining for 23.9 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation. Constant Spring experiences lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F) during January and February.
• Ewarton - January »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Ewarton are January through April, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. Ewarton reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 28.4°C (83.1°F) at the peak and 20.5°C (68.9°F) at the lowest.