Jamaica Weather in October: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
October is a transitional month in Jamaica, signaling the end of the wet season and the beginning of the dry season. Overall, the weather in Jamaica in October is warm and relatively dry, making it an ideal time to visit the island nation. The average temperature in Jamaica in October is around 29.9°C (85.8°F), with highs reaching 33.0°C (91.4°F) and lows dropping to 27.5°C (81.5°F). The average humidity is 76.5%, which can make the temperatures feel slightly warmer, averaging around 36.1°C (97.0°F). The average windspeed is 22.0 km/h (13.7 mph), with gusts up to 10.5 km/h (6.5 mph). October sees an average of 5.77 inches of precipitation, with a 45.2% chance of rain on average. The most common type of precipitation is rain, and it typically covers the area to some extent around 3.1 days of the month. Travelers can expect 12 hours of sunshine each day, with partly cloudy skies being the most common condition. The average UV index is 6.6, indicating a high risk of sunburn, and the average visibility is 12.0 km (7.5 miles). Overall, October is a great time to visit Jamaica, as the weather is warm, the skies are mostly clear, and the chance of rain is decreasing as the month goes on. Travelers can take advantage of the outdoor activities and cultural events that the island has to offer without the crowds of the peak tourist season.
What is the temperature in Jamaica in October?
Average air temperature in Jamaica is 29.9°C (85.8°F) in October. The outside temperature in Jamaica feels like 36.1°C (97°F) on a typical October day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 33°C (91.4°F) and feels like 42.2°C (108°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 27.5°C (81.5°F) which feels like 30.8°C (87.4°F).
How hot is Jamaica in October?
The hot temperature in October in Jamaica rises to 35°C (95°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 76.5% humidity. During hottest days of October it feels like 45.6 °C (114.1°F). The average maximum temp in Jamaica is 33°C (114.1°F) during day time in October.
How cold is Jamaica in October?
The coldest temp in Jamaica in October drops to 25.4°C (77.7°F) during the cold nights. With 22km/h (13.7mph) winds and 76.5% humidity it feels like 25.4°C (77.7°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 27.5°C (81.5°F) during night time in October.
Does it rain in Jamaica in October?
Yes, it rains for 24 days in Jamaica in October averaging 5.77 mm of precipitation. Jamaica has a 45.2% chance for rain throughout the entire month of October.
How much does it rain in Jamaica throughout October?
Jamaica has 5.77 mm (0.23 inch) of rain per day on average in October. It rains for an average of 24 days out of the entire month.
Is Jamaica windy in October?
The average speed of wind in Jamaica during October is 22km/h (13.7mph) and average windgust is 10.5km/h (6.5mph). On some days in October wind can reach up to 44.6km/h (27.7mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Jamaica in October?
Most days of October the wind is blowing from South direction in Jamaica.
What are the humidity levels in Jamaica in October?
The average humidity levels in Jamaica in October are 76.5%. Daily humidity levels in Jamaica range from 70.4% to 88.4% during October.
How many hours of daylight are in Jamaica in October?
Jamaica has 11 hours 43 minutes of daylight in October on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Jamaica in October is at 6:01:07 and the sunset is at 17:44:54.
What is the cloud coverage in Jamaica in October?
Clouds cover 44.3% of the sky on average throughout October in Jamaica. The cloud coverage ranges from 33% to 72.6% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in October in Jamaica?
The average UV index in Jamaica is 6.6 in October. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 2 to 8.
What is the solar radiation in Jamaica in October?
The average solar radiation is 144.2 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Jamaica during October. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 26.7 W/m2 to 208.1 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during October in Jamaica?
The average solar energy during October in Jamaica is 12.5 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 2.2 MJ/m2, to 18.1 MJ/m2 during October.
Are there severe weather risks in Jamaica in October?
Yes, there is a 39% risk for severe weather in Jamaica in October.
What is the air pressure in Jamaica in October?
On average the air pressure in Jamaica in October is 1010 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1007.6 mb to 1011.2 mb.
What is the visibility in Jamaica in October?
The average daylight visibility in Jamaica in October is 12 km (7.4 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 10.3 km (6.4 miles) to 14.2 km (8.8 miles) throughout October.
What is the dew point in Jamaica in October?
The average dew point in Jamaica during October is 25.2°C (77.4°F).
Where is the data for Jamaica climate in October coming from?
The climate data for Jamaica in October is collected from the following weather stations.
- NORMAN MANLEY INTERNATIONAL, JM
- FW8588 Kingston 6 JM
- MKJP