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Kingston in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Kingston in April will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Kingston, based on historical data.
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April

Weather in Kingston in April 2025

Good Weather
Warm
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Rainy
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Warm water
Planning a trip to Kingston in April? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +84°F and approximately 6 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 16 rainy days and 50 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+68°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
50 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kingston has good weather in April.

Average temperature in Kingston in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kingston for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +86°F during the day to a minimum of +72°F during the night, the temperature in April averages around +84°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 25% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +82°F to +86°F.

Is Kingston warm or cold in April?

Kingston is typically warm in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +73°F to +73°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Kingston:

Water temperature in Kingston in April

Water in Kingston in April is Warm. It varies from +80°F to +83°F, with an average of +82°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +84°F.

In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Kingston are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +85°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +80°F.

Can you swim in Kingston in April?

You can absolutely swim in Kingston in April, the water is warm (+82°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Kingston in April

Kingston weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+82°F+84°F+86°F
Min. temperature
+64°F+68°F+70°F
Max. temperature
+91°F+95°F+93°F
Rainfall
29 mm50 mm105 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+81°F+82°F+83°F
Humidity
70%71%73%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1012 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
863
Cloudy days
875
Rainy days
141618
Snowy days
000

April weather is still as good as in March. It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +82°F to +84°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 29 mm to 50 mm. Humidity rises from 70% to 71%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 8 sunny days in March to 6 in April.

May brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Kingston in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Kingston is gradually increasing during April, going from 5 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Kingston based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 60% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 35 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain. April is a pretty wet month with over 18 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Kingston wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 42% chance of precipitation and 133 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 42% chance of precipitation and 16 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last April in Kingston?

This is the weather in Kingston in April 2023:
1 April
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+83°F
2 April
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+84°F
3 April
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+83°F
4 April
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+83°F
5 April
☀️
+84°F
6 April
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+85°F
7 April
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+81°F
8 April
☀️
+81°F
9 April
☁️
+82°F
10 April
☀️
+83°F
11 April
☀️
+84°F
12 April
☀️
+83°F
13 April
☁️
+84°F
14 April
☀️
+83°F
15 April
☀️
+84°F
16 April
☀️
+85°F
17 April
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+85°F
18 April
☀️
+85°F
19 April
☀️
+84°F
20 April
☀️
+83°F
21 April
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+83°F
22 April
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+84°F
23 April
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+84°F
24 April
☀️
+83°F
25 April
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+85°F
26 April
☀️
+84°F
27 April
☀️
+85°F
28 April
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+85°F
29 April
☀️
+86°F
30 April
☀️
+86°F
In April 2023 Kingston had 27 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +84°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +81°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 60%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 34 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Kingston climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Kingston in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+83°F) and the highest in 2021 (+88°F). The driest year was 1991 with only 395 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2005 with 1394 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kingston in April:

Is April a good time to visit Kingston?

April is a really good time to go to Kingston. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Kingston.

Can you sunbathe in Kingston in April?

April is warm in Kingston. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Kingston in April?

Yes, you can swim in Kingston in April, the water temperature averaging at +82°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Kingston rainy in April?

Kingston is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Kingston in April?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Kingston in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Jamaica

Check out the weather for other cities in Jamaica.

Monthly weather in Kingston

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kingston, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.