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Kingston in July: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Kingston in July 2025

Good Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
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Very warm water
Planning a trip to Kingston in July? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +88°F and approximately 4 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 10 rainy days and 49 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+102°F
Max.
49 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kingston has good weather in July.

Average temperature in Kingston in July

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

Going from a maximum of +91°F during the day to a minimum of +79°F during the night, the temperature in July averages around +90°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 14% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +90°F.

Is Kingston warm or cold in July?

Kingston is typically hot in July.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +86°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +77°F to +77°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

July is one of the warmest months in Kingston, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Kingston in July

Water in Kingston in July is Very warm. It varies from +82°F to +85°F, with an average of +84°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +88°F.

In July, 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 July?

You can definitely swim in Kingston in July, the water is very warm (+84°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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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
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!

Climate in Kingston in July

Kingston weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+86°F+88°F+88°F
Min. temperature
+73°F+73°F+73°F
Max. temperature
+97°F+102°F+95°F
Rainfall
70 mm49 mm88 mm
Wind
5 m/s5 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+83°F+84°F+85°F
Humidity
72%70%72%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1013 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
443
Cloudy days
763
Rainy days
131010
Snowy days
000

July weather is still as good as in June. It’s getting warmer as July arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +86°F to +88°F during the day. As July arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 70 mm to 49 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 72% to 70%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 5 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 4 sunny days during the month.

August brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 9 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 decreasing during July, going from 6 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Kingston based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 26% chance of rain on an average day in July, with total rainfall of approximately 33 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 16 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 8 rainy days during July, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how July 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 July in Kingston?

This is the weather in Kingston in July 2023:
1 July
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+89°F
2 July
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+89°F
3 July
☀️
+88°F
4 July
☀️
+89°F
5 July
🌧️
+87°F
6 July
☀️
+90°F
7 July
☀️
+89°F
8 July
☀️
+89°F
9 July
☀️
+89°F
10 July
☀️
+89°F
11 July
☀️
+91°F
12 July
☀️
+91°F
13 July
☀️
+89°F
14 July
☀️
+89°F
15 July
☀️
+90°F
16 July
☀️
+90°F
17 July
☀️
+89°F
18 July
☀️
+84°F
19 July
☀️
+89°F
20 July
☀️
+87°F
21 July
☀️
+90°F
22 July
☀️
+89°F
23 July
☀️
+90°F
24 July
☀️
+89°F
25 July
☀️
+89°F
26 July
☀️
+88°F
27 July
🌧️
+86°F
28 July
☀️
+89°F
29 July
☀️
+88°F
30 July
☀️
+90°F
31 July
☀️
+89°F
In July 2023 Kingston had 29 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +84°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 60%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 13 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 July 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 July:

Is July a good time to visit Kingston?

July 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 July?

Absolutely, July is hot in Kingston. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Can you swim in Kingston in July?

Yes, you can swim in Kingston in July, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +84°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.

Is Kingston rainy in July?

Kingston is usually dry in July. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Kingston in July?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Kingston in July, 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, 2022.

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.