Monthly climate guide
Kingston weather in January
With highs near 28°C (82°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F), January feels hot in Kingston. Rainfall averages about 34 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- It's one of the drier months, with about 51% less rain than Kingston's average.
- Days and nights are close, only about 4°C apart.
- January sits in Kingston's drier season — usually a comfortable time to visit.
- It's humid — around 75% — so the heat feels heavier.
January is typically Kingston's coolest month.
Avg high
28°C
82°F
Avg low
24°C
75°F
Rainfall
34 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
75%
relative
Sky
40%
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 January
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is January 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 January
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Kingston in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Kingston?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Kingston, with highs around 28°C and about 34 mm of rain.
How warm is Kingston in January?
Average highs are about 28°C (82°F) and average lows about 24°C (75°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Kingston in January?
Kingston typically gets around 34 mm of rain in January — 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.