October weather forecastNegril, Jamaica

Trees and rocks on a beautiful lagoon in Negril, Jamaica, with a clear seascape of the vast waters

October

Weather in October

October exhibits the highest rainfall of the year in Negril with an average of 16 rainy days. The precipitation reaches its zenith at 301mm (11.85"), characterising this month as the wettest in the year. Despite the showers, the sea temperature retains its warmth and the average temperatures remain fairly stable. The daylight hours continue falling to 11.7 hours, further limiting sun exposure. November brings a welcome decrease in rainfall, coupled with minimal fluctuations in temperature and daylight hours.

Temperature

Negril, Jamaica, experiences a transition to a still tropical 33°C (91.4°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of October, not greatly differing from September's 34°C (93.2°F). Negril's average low-temperature during October nights is observed to be a warm 26°C (78.8°F).

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 301mm (11.85") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In October, the average sea temperature in Negril is 29.4°C (84.9°F).
Note: Water activities in surface temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are seen as exceptional and extremely agreeable for lengthened time spans.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:41 EST.

Sunshine

October has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

In Negril, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 10. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During October, 10 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be proactive in protecting yourself; skin and eyes can be harmed if left unprotected. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or above should be applied generously and reapplied every two hours and right after any outdoor activity or swim. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation is accentuated by reflecting off sand and water.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in October, in Negril, is 33°C (91.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 26°C (78.8°F).

October is the month with the most rainfall in Negril, Jamaica. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 301mm (11.85") of precipitation.

In Negril, in October, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 301mm (11.85") of accumulated precipitation.

In Negril, Jamaica, the average seawater temperature in October is 29.4°C (84.9°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

The average day length in October in Negril, Jamaica, is 11h and 43min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, in Negril, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:41 EST.

With an average of 6h of sunshine, October has the least sunshine of the year in Negril.

In October, the average sunshine duration in Negril, Jamaica, is 6h.

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 10. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in October
Negril, Jamaica

Average high temperature in October: 33°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July, August and September (34°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February, March and December (32°C).

Average low temperature in October: 26°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May, June, July, August, September and October (26°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (23°C).

Average rainfall in October
Negril, Jamaica

Average rainfall in October: 301mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (301mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (58mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Negril, Jamaica

Average rainfall days in October: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and March (6 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Negril, Jamaica

Average sea temperature in October: 29.4°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (29.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (26.9°C).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Negril, Jamaica

Average daylight in October: 11h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

Average sunshine in October: 6h

The months with the most sunshine are February, March, April, July and August (Average sunshine: 8h).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average UV index in October
Negril, Jamaica

Average UV index in October: 10

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 8).