Monthly climate guide
Kingston weather in December
Expect hot weather in Kingston in December: afternoons reach about 28°C (83°F), while nights drop to around 25°C (77°F). Around 38 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- December sits in Kingston's drier season — usually a comfortable time to visit.
- It's humid — around 77% — so the heat feels heavier.
- December is among Kingston's three coolest months.
- Days and nights are close, only about 4°C apart.
Avg high
28°C
83°F
Avg low
25°C
77°F
Rainfall
38 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
77%
relative
Sky
42%
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 December
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is December 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 December
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Kingston in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Kingston?
Yes. December is one of the best months for Kingston, with highs around 28°C and about 38 mm of rain.
How warm is Kingston in December?
Average highs are about 28°C (83°F) and average lows about 25°C (77°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Kingston in December?
Kingston typically gets around 38 mm of rain in December — fairly dry.
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.