Kingston weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Kingston, Jamaica. Like most weather services, we show Kingston at one spot: Kingston, its largest city. At 4:30 PM local time it was clear and 29°C (84°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 12 PM, 1 PM, 2 PM (7.2 mm total). Best months for weather: Dec–Apr.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 8%
- Chance of rain
- 98%
- Rain
- 0.2 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 12 PM, 1 PM, 2 PM (7.2 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Dec–AprOff season Sep–Oct
About Kingston weather
Is it raining in Kingston right now?
No. It’s clear and 29° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 12 PM, 1 PM, 2 PM (7.2 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Kingston this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 27–32° and lows of 22–23°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Friday.
Has it been raining in Kingston lately?
In the past 7 days, Kingston had 5 rainy days and 35.1 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Kingston?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Kingston weather by month
When is the best time to visit Kingston?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Kingston is Dec–Apr, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Sep–Oct tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 27°C (81°F) in January to 30°C (85°F) in August.
What is the rainiest month in Kingston?
October is the wettest month, with about 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 19 mm (0.7 in).
What is the hottest month in Kingston?
August is the warmest, with average highs of 30°C (85°F) and lows of 27°C (80°F). January is the coolest, with highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 24°C (74°F).
Does Kingston have a rainy season?
Yes. Oct is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Dec–Apr is usually dry (under 60 mm).
How warm is the sea in Kingston?
The sea is warmest in October at about 31°C (87°F) and coolest in February at about 28°C (82°F). It is warm enough for swimming all year.
Kingston weather month by month
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Kingston), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months