Planning a trip to Kingston in March? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +82°F and approximately 8 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 14 rainy days and 29 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+64°F
Min.
+91°F
Max.
29 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kingston has good weather in March.
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Average temperature in Kingston in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kingston for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +84°F during the day to a minimum of +70°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +82°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 13% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +82°F to +84°F.
Is Kingston warm or cold in March?
Kingston is typically warm in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +72°F to +73°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
March is one of the coolest months in Kingston, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Kingston in March
Water in Kingston in March is Warm. It varies from +80°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 March 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 March?
You can absolutely swim in Kingston in March, 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 March
Kingston weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+82°F
+82°F
+84°F
Min. temperature
+66°F
+64°F
+68°F
Max. temperature
+91°F
+91°F
+95°F
Rainfall
16 mm
29 mm
50 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+80°F
+81°F
+82°F
Humidity
70%
70%
71%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1013 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
8
8
6
Cloudy days
7
8
7
Rainy days
13
14
16
Snowy days
0
0
0
March typically has worse weather conditions compared to February.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +82°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 16 mm to 29 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 70%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 8 sunny days during the month.
April brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Kingston in March 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 March, going from 3 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Kingston based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 35% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 71 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 30 mm, which is moderate rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how March 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 March in Kingston?
This is the weather in Kingston in March 2023:
1 March
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+83°F
2 March
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+83°F
3 March
☀️
+82°F
4 March
☀️
+82°F
5 March
☀️
+83°F
6 March
☀️
+84°F
7 March
🌧️
+82°F
8 March
☀️
+83°F
9 March
☀️
+84°F
10 March
☀️
+84°F
11 March
☀️
+83°F
12 March
☀️
+82°F
13 March
☀️
+82°F
14 March
☀️
+83°F
15 March
🌧️
+81°F
16 March
☁️
+80°F
17 March
🌧️
+80°F
18 March
🌧️
+83°F
19 March
🌧️
+83°F
20 March
☀️
+83°F
21 March
☁️
+83°F
22 March
☀️
+83°F
23 March
☀️
+84°F
24 March
☀️
+83°F
25 March
☀️
+82°F
26 March
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+84°F
27 March
☀️
+82°F
28 March
☀️
+82°F
29 March
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+84°F
30 March
☀️
+84°F
31 March
☀️
+84°F
In March 2023 Kingston had 24 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +82°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +81°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 93% and a minimum of 56%. 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 March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Kingston climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Kingston in March 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 March:
Is March a good time to visit Kingston?
March 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 March?
March 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 March?
Yes, you can swim in Kingston in March, the water temperature averaging at +81°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Kingston rainy in March?
Kingston is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Kingston in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Kingston in March, 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.
