Monthly climate guide
Kingston weather in August
With highs near 30°C (86°F) and lows around 27°C (80°F), August feels hot in Kingston. Rainfall averages about 97 mm (wet) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as July and about the same as September.
What stands out in August
- This is rainy-season territory in Kingston: short, heavy downpours are typical.
- Humidity near 78% makes 30°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 3°C).
- Rain is above Kingston's usual level, by about 39%.
August is typically Kingston's warmest month.
Avg high
30°C
86°F
Avg low
27°C
80°F
Rainfall
97 mm
wet
Humidity
78%
relative
Sky
52%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Kingston weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 82°F | 24°C / 75°F | 34 mm | 75% | 40% |
| February | 28°C / 83°F | 24°C / 75°F | 21 mm | 73% | 32% |
| March | 29°C / 84°F | 24°C / 75°F | 34 mm | 71% | 34% |
| April | 30°C / 85°F | 25°C / 77°F | 40 mm | 71% | 38% |
| May | 30°C / 85°F | 26°C / 78°F | 84 mm | 75% | 55% |
| June | 29°C / 85°F | 26°C / 79°F | 85 mm | 79% | 62% |
| July | 30°C / 85°F | 26°C / 80°F | 50 mm | 78% | 46% |
| August | 30°C / 86°F | 27°C / 80°F | 97 mm | 78% | 52% |
| September | 30°C / 86°F | 27°C / 80°F | 104 mm | 78% | 57% |
| October | 29°C / 85°F | 26°C / 79°F | 161 mm | 79% | 64% |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 78°F | 91 mm | 78% | 51% |
| December | 28°C / 83°F | 25°C / 77°F | 38 mm | 77% | 42% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is August a good time to visit Kingston?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Kingston →Other Jamaica cities in August
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Kingston in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Kingston?
August is one of the wetter months in Kingston, with about 97 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Kingston in August?
Average highs are about 30°C (86°F) and average lows about 27°C (80°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Kingston in August?
Kingston typically gets around 97 mm of rain in August — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Kingston (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.