Jamaica · May
Low seasonJamaica · North America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 29° | 29° | 30° | 31° | 31° | 32° | 33° | 33° | 32° | 32° | 30° | 30° |
MINMIN | 24° | 24° | 24° | 25° | 25° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 25° | 24° |
☀️Sunshine | 8h | 9h | 9h | 10h | 9h | 9h | 10h | 9h | 9h | 8h | 8h | 8h |
🌊Water Temp | 28° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 28° |
🌧Rain Days | 4d53mm | 4d44mm | 3d37mm | 4d78mm | 8d126mm | 5d93mm | 5d68mm | 7d104mm | 8d103mm | 9d149mm | 7d106mm | 5d64mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Shoulder month between two peak travel months — lower prices with mostly good conditions.
May is an acceptable travel month for Jamaica — conditions are fine, though January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, November, and December offer even better weather.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 31°C, cooling to 25°C at night (daily average: 28°C). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 8 rain days with 126 mm total. The water is a warm 28°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Packing list for Jamaica in May
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Jamaica?
- May is not an optimal month for Jamaica (Score: 69/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, November, and December.
- How warm is it in Jamaica in May?
- In May, Jamaica sees daily highs of 31°C. Nights cool to 25°C, with a daily average of 28°C.
- How much rain falls in Jamaica in May?
- In May, Jamaica receives an average of 126 mm of rain over 8 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Jamaica get in May?
- Jamaica averages 9 sunshine hours per day in May — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Jamaica in May?
- Water temperature in Jamaica in May averages 28°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
