January is an ideal time to visit Kingston if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +82°F and about 9 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 16 mm of precipitation over an average of 13 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Kingston;
Average weather
☀️
+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+64°F
Min.
+91°F
Max.
16 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kingston has great weather in January.
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Average temperature in Kingston in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kingston for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +88°F during the day to a minimum of +68°F during the night, the temperature in January averages around +86°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 9% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +86°F to +88°F.
Is Kingston warm or cold in January?
Kingston is typically warm in January.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +73°F to +72°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
January is the coldest month in Kingston, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Kingston in January
Water in Kingston in January is Warm. It varies from +79°F to +82°F, with an average of +81°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +82°F.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire 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 January?
You can absolutely swim in Kingston in January, the water is warm (+81°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 January
Kingston weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+82°F
+82°F
+82°F
Min. temperature
+66°F
+64°F
+66°F
Max. temperature
+93°F
+91°F
+91°F
Rainfall
27 mm
16 mm
16 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+83°F
+81°F
+80°F
Humidity
72%
71%
70%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
7
9
8
Cloudy days
9
9
7
Rainy days
13
13
13
Snowy days
0
0
0
January often has better weather than December.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +82°F for average maximum temperature during the day.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 27 mm to 16 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 72% to 71%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in January, from 7 to 9.
February brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Kingston in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 8 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 January, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Kingston based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 10% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 6 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 2 mm, which is considered light rain.Kingston is amazing in January with as little as 3 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how January 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 January in Kingston?
This is the weather in Kingston in January 2023:
1 January
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+86°F
2 January
🌫️
+85°F
3 January
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+87°F
4 January
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+87°F
5 January
☀️
+86°F
6 January
☀️
+87°F
7 January
☀️
+86°F
8 January
☀️
+88°F
9 January
☀️
+85°F
10 January
☀️
+85°F
11 January
☀️
+86°F
12 January
☀️
+87°F
13 January
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+85°F
14 January
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+84°F
15 January
☀️
+83°F
16 January
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+84°F
17 January
☀️
+86°F
18 January
☀️
+86°F
19 January
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+87°F
20 January
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+87°F
21 January
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+85°F
22 January
☀️
+87°F
23 January
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+85°F
24 January
☀️
+86°F
25 January
☀️
+86°F
26 January
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+88°F
27 January
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+88°F
28 January
☀️
+88°F
29 January
☀️
+86°F
30 January
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+85°F
31 January
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+88°F
In January 2023 Kingston had 30 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +88°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 73%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 45%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Kingston climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Kingston in January 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 January:
Is January a good time to visit Kingston?
Yes, January is a great time to go to Kingston, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Kingston.
Can you sunbathe in Kingston in January?
January 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 January?
Yes, you can swim in Kingston in January, the water temperature averaging at +81°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Kingston rainy in January?
Kingston is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Kingston in January?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Kingston in January, 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.
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.
