April Weather in Jamaica - 2024

Jamaica is an island country located off the North American coast situated in the Caribbean Sea. Part of the Greater Antilles, it is the third largest of them all, third in size to Hispaniola and Cuba. The island of Jamaica was originally inhabited by the Taino and Arawaks before falling under Spanish rule. A large number of slaves were brought in by the Spanish settlers where they worked on their sugar plantations. In 1655, the English took over the island from the Spanish and started exporting sugar in large quantities. The island has the third-largest population of the Americas and its people are a mixture of European, Indian, Sub Saharan Africans, East Asians, and a few other minority races. Evidence shows that the island has been inhabited by early humans since as far back as 4000BC although there is very little evidence of what their lives were like.

Despite its small size, the island has a lot of global influence especially in the entertainment industry, in sports like athletics and the Rastafari religion. This is part of what draws visitors to the island shores as they seek to partake in the island's amazing culture. An average of 4.3 million tourists visit Jamaica yearly

Weather April 2024 in Jamaica:

Generally, April in Jamaica will be really nice, with an average temperature of around 80°F / 27°C. But due to the moderate humidity it can feel slightly uncomfortable for some. You can expect around 16 rainy days, with on average 2.3 inches / 59 mm of rain during the month of April.
Moderately uncomfortable (moderate humidity) with nice temperatures

April weather in Jamaica

To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in April in Jamaica, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if April is comfortable or humid

Generally, April in Jamaica will be really nice. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 80°F / 27°C. But due to the moderate humidity it can feel slightly uncomfortable for some. During the night, it will cool down to around 66°F / 19°C. Many will prefer a location with air conditioning due to the high humidity level.

Jamaica has its share of rainy days in April. You can expect around 16 rainy days, with on average 2.3 inches / 59 mm of rain during the whole month.

But remember that rain can be short and heavy for many tropical locations, particularly during the rainy season. It means that the number of days with rain and the amount of rain can be high, but you will still see many lovely days with a short period of heavy rain.

Average temperature
Average Sea temperature
Wintersun Comfort grade and huricane risk

The forecast for April 2024 is based on historical data and are averages. They will give a good indication what you can expect, but the daily temperature and rain will fluctuate during the month.

April weather in Jamaica in more detail

To get a better feeling for the type of weather, you can expect in April in Jamaica, we will look at the temperature, rain, wind, humidity, water temperature, and sun and clouds

- What will the temperature be in Jamaica in April

Generally, you can expect in April an average temperature of 80°F / 27°C during the day and an average of 66°F / 19°C during the night. In April, during the warmest part of the afternoon, the temperature can often get as high as 86°F / 30°C, and at the end of the night, it can get as low as 62°F / 17°C.

When looking at the whole year, January and December are the coldest months, with an average temperature of around 77°F / 25°C. July is the hottest month, with an average temperature of around 84°F / 29°C. When comparing April with the temperature in the month before and after, this is almost equal to March, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 78°F / 26°C. And equal to May, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 80°F / 27°C.

Day and night temperature variation for Jamaica during the year.
Day and night temperature variation for Jamaica during the year.

But average temperatures only tell half of the story. It is also good to check the maximum and minimum temperatures. When looking at the whole year, June, July, August and September are the hottest months, with a temperature of around 87°F / 31°C. January and December are the coldest months, with a temperature of around 82°F / 28°C. When comparing April with the temperature in the month before and after, this is equal to March, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 86°F / 30°C. And equal to May, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 86°F / 30°C.

In the following graph, you can see how many cold and hot days you can expect in Jamaica each month:

Day and night temperature variation for Jamaica during the year.
Day and night temperature variation for Jamaica during the year.

- Can you expect rain in April in Jamaica?

Generally, you can expect about 16 rain days in April, with on average 2.3 inches / 59 mm of rain.

When looking at the whole year, February is the dryest month, with an average rainfall of around 1.1 inches / 28 mmmm. October is the wettest month, with an average rainfall of around 5.3 inches / 135 mmmm. When comparing April with the month before and after, this is a lot more than March, which sees around 1.7 inches / 42 mm of rain. And a lot less than May, which sees around 4.6 inches / 117 mm of rain

Rain days for Jamaica during the year.
Rain days for Jamaica during the year.

If we look at the number of days with rain, February is the month with the least amount of rain days with around 10 days. September is the month with the most rain days with around 24 days. When comparing April with the month before and after, this is slightly more than March, which sees around 13 days of rain. And less than May, which sees around 22 days of rain

There is one thing that is important to know, in many tropical destinations rain can be short and heavy, particularly during the rainy season. It means that the number of days with rain and the amount of rain can be high, but you will still see many lovely days with a short period of heavy rain.

- What will the water temperature be in Jamaica for April

You can expect in April, the water temperature for Jamaica to be between 84°F / 29°C and 80°F / 27°C.

To compare the water temperature we will use the maximum water temperature. You can expect this temperature on a more sunny day, close to the shore, when the wind does not mix the relatively warmer and colder water.

September has the highest water temperature, with around 87°F / 31°C. February and March And have the lowest water temperature, with around 82°F / 28°C. When comparing the water temperature from April with the month before and after, April has a water temperature almost equal to March, with a water temperature of around 82°F / 28°C. And almost equal to the water temperature from May, that is an average of between 84°F / 29°C and 86°F / 30°C.

Water temperature for Jamaica during the year.
Water temperature for Jamaica during the year.

- Can you expect in April a lot of sunny days in Jamaica

Generally, you can expect around 7 sunny days in April and around 21 partly sunny days. The remaining days will be cloudy.

When looking at the whole year, January is the month with the highest number of sunny days, with an average of between 12 and 13 sunny days. September is the month with the lowest number of sunny days, with an average of between 2 and 3 sunny days. When comparing April with the number of sunny days in the month before and after, it is slightly lower than March, with an average of between 9 and 10 sunny days. And slightly more than May, with an average of between 4 and 5 sunny days

The number of sunny, partly sunny, and cloudy days for Jamaica
The number of sunny, partly sunny, and cloudy days for Jamaica

We have looked at the sunny days in Jamaica. Let's also look at the cloudy or overcast days. May and September And are the months with the higest number of cloudy days, with around 8 cloudy days. March is the month with the lowest number of cloudy days, with an average of between 1 and 2 cloudy days. When comparing April with the number of cloudy days in the month before and after, it is almost equal to March, with an average of between 1 and 2 cloudy days. And less than May, with around 8 cloudy days

- Will it be comfortable in April in Jamaica?

Generally, April in Jamaica will be moderately humid, and can feel slightly uncomfortable for some.

We use the humidity and temperature in Jamaica to calculate the Wintersun Expert Comfort level for each month. The lower the Wintersun Expert Comfort level, the more comfortable it will be. Only for certain people, extremely dry air can feel slightly uncomfortable.

When looking at the whole year, February has the lowest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of "comfortable" (not very humid). July and August And have the highest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of "very uncomfortable" (very high humidity). When comparing April with the month before and after, this is almost equal to March, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of "slightly uncomfortable" (moderately humid). And almost equal to May, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of "very uncomfortable" (very high humidity)

Wintersun Expert Humidity / Comfort level for Jamaica
Wintersun Expert Humidity / Comfort level for Jamaica

What to do in Jamaica in April

  • Dunns river falls - these terraced waterfalls are among the island's most recognizable natural attractions. The base of the falls is perfect for swimming and with the help of a local guide, you make climbing the tiers to the top of the falls an adventure.
  • Blue and John Crow Mountains National Park - this park is one of the UNESCO heritage sites located on the island. It was once a refuge where escaped slaves and the Taino people hid and it remains unspoiled to this day. There are waterfalls, forests, flora, and fauna like exotic animals like birds and butterflies plus hundreds of species of endemic plants.
  • The blue hole - located in Ocho Rios, these series of waterholes are bright blue in color and are fed by gushing cascades. Also known as the Irie Blue Hole or island gully falls, this attraction is straight out of a tourist's dream.
  • Rose hall - lovers of architecture and history will have a swell time exploring Rose Hall. Built-in 1771 Rose hall was a plantation house where the white witch Annie Palmer lived. The rooms are now decorated with period furniture and guided tours give you a chance to step back a few hundred years in time.
  • Falmouth - step back into Georgian times when you visit this incredibly well-preserved city. There are cattle lands and sugar estates all around the port town with restored buildings like its courthouse and the Greenwood Great House which has been converted into a museum and is now open for tours

Is it humid in Jamaica in April?

A lot of people ask interested in the humidity or relative humidity for Jamaica in April. But the real question they want to ask is not about humidity but the amount of moisture in the air. Or better, about comfort. Will it be comfortable in April in Jamaica, or will high humidity make it uncomfortable.

To answer this question, we have to look at the dew point. Relative humidity can change a lot in Jamaica during the day and night, as it changes when the amount of moisture changes and, but also when the temperature changes. It is a lot less reliable for comfort. Where the dew point only varies with the amount of moisture in the air.

Looking at the dew point, we can see that for the month of April, you can expect that Jamaica will be moderately humid, and can feel slightly uncomfortable for some.

February is the month with the most comfort. It will not be very humid, and will feel comfortable. July and August are the most uncomfortable months. It will have a very high humidity, and can feel very uncomfortable. In the graph, you can see that there is some difference between the most comfortable and most uncomfortable months

Humidity level for Jamaica
Humidity level for Jamaica

Is April a good time to go to Jamaica?

Trying to answer the question of whether April is a good time to go to Jamaica is not as easy as it first seems. Some people like colder weather, and others prefer a warmer climate. Some are fine with some humidity, and others are not. If your location has air conditioning, the night temperature is less important.

These are some examples. I will try to answer the question with a more generic person in mind. The more detailed information in this article should be enough to check further if this applies to you as well.

If we look at the average temperature for Jamaica in April, we can see that it will be fine for most people. In April, you can expect it to be really nice, with an average temperature of around 80°F / 27°C. But due to the moderate humidity it can feel slightly uncomfortable for some. During the night, it will be around 66°F / 19°C.

As the number of overcast days is not high, you can enjoy the sun with around 7 sunny days and 21 partly sunny days.

The last aspect we will look at is rain. You can expect around 16 rainy days, with on average 2.3 inches / 59 mm of rain during April. More then 5 days rain per month makes the chance higher you will see some rain during a shorter stay. But a day with rain does not mean a day you can not enjoy.

We have looked at the average day temperature, the night temperature, humidity, the number of overcast days, and the rain. We think that April in Jamaica is not the most optimal destination. But that doesn't mean it is not a good time for you to go. As said before, each visitor has their own preferences when it comes to the weather.

Does it rain all day in Jamaica in April?

In Jamaica, it does not rain all day in April. You can expect around 16 rainy days, with on average 2.3 inches / 59 mm of rain during the month.

Another way of looking at the rain is the number of sunny days. For Jamaica, there are, on average 7 sunny days and 21 partly sunny days in April. That clearly shows that it is not raining all the time.

And, as for many tropical locations, rain can be short and heavy. This applies particularly during the rainy season. It means that the number of days with rain and the amount of rain can be high, but you will still see many lovely days with a short period of heavy rain.

Is April the rainiest month in Jamaica?

April is not the month with the most rainy days, and not the month with the most rain.

To answer what the rainiest month is in Jamaica, we will both look at the month with the most rain, and the month with the highest number of rainy days.

September is the month with the the highest number of rainiest days. On average, you can expect 24 days with rain. February is the month with the lowest number of rainy days, with aproximately 10 days.

September is the month with the most rain. This is not equal as the one with the most rainy days. On average, you can expect 5.3 inches / 135 mm of rain. February is the month with the least amount of rain. This is not the same month as the one with the lowest number of rainy days. You can expect approximately 1.1 inches / 28 mm of rain.

Is April the most sunniest month in Jamaica?

April is not the month with the most sunny days, it is the month with the most partly sunny days, and it is not the month with the lowest number of overcast days.

To answer what the sunniest month is in Jamaica, we will of course look at the month with the most sunniest days, but also look at the month with the biggest number of days that are sunny or partly sunny.

January is the month with the highest number of sunny days. On average, you can expect 7 sunny days, and 21 partly suny days. September is the month with the lowest number of sunny days.

March is the month with the highest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined. While September is the month with the lowest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined.

The last thing we will look at is the number of overcast days. March is the month with the lowest number of overcast days. While May and September are months with the highest number of overcast days.

More information about Jamaica

Weather in Jamaica in other months

What to do in Jamaica for each month

Similar Posts