The best time to visit Jamaica is during the dry season, from mid-December through April. The sunny days and pleasant temperatures create optimum conditions for enjoying the beaches, rainforest, markets, and towns. Summer, especially July, when rainfall dips, is also a good time to visit.

There's a reason why January through March/April is considered the best time to visit Jamaica: The sun is shining and temperatures hover in the perfect 80s. Into April, you may even get a few refreshing and very short (think: minutes to an hour) rain showers.

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October is one of the rainier months in Jamaica, but that doesn't mean that your vacation will necessarily get rained out. Going to Jamaica in October, the off-season, can actually save you quite a bit of money. Read why the offseason is a great time to go to Jamaica.

Peak season in Jamaica The peak season for those visiting Jamaica usually begins mid-December and goes through until April of the following year. In this high season, Jamaica is a hub of activity and you're sure to find lots of tourists flocking the popular sites and beaches - and there's plenty of them in Jamaica.

The hurricane season officially runs from 1 June to 30 November, with August and September its peak months. Rainfall in Jamaica is highest between June and November, typically peaking during October and November.

It is recommended that you bring between $150 and $500 per person for spending depending on what you plan to do. Please have at least $200 in small bills ($1.00, $5.00 and $10.00) with the balance in twenties.

Economy of Jamaica

The hurricane season officially runs from 1 June to 30 November, with August and September its peak months. Rainfall in Jamaica is highest between June and November, typically peaking during October and November.

October is the wettest month of the year in Jamaica – you're likely to see some rain on around half of the days. It could be a downpour that lasts for just a few minutes, or it could be a continual rainfall for a few hours in the evening.

August is Jamaica's warmest month, with temperatures ranging from a high of 87 degrees F to a low of 72 degrees F. Thunderstorms are likely, as August is in the middle of Jamaica's rainy season. Hurricanes may affect the island during this time of year, so keep an eye on the weather forecast.

In April the island is hot and occasionally rainy, but any wet weather usually arrives as short, sharp showers followed by blue skies. If you want to relax in a holiday paradise without the sweltering heat of summer, April is a great month to visit Jamaica.