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Sun & Beach Potential

90/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

February, January, March

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

25°C – 28°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Seasonal (check heatmap)

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Tip for your trip

The best months for a sun and beach holiday in Negril are from February, January, March. If you're planning to travel during this period, it's a good idea to arrange your stay early — especially in popular beach areas.

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Climate Heatmap

See at a glance which months offer the best sun & beach conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.

Sun & Beach conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Negril

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
86Excellent
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°67
February
90Excellent
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°59
March
83Excellent
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°84
April
79Good
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°113
May
60Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 75Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
27°238
June
57Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
28°118
July
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
28°153
August
53Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly.
28°153
September
51Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 28Weather conditions can vary significantly.
27°212
October
57Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 28Weather conditions can vary significantly.
27°245
November
68Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°166
December
78Good
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°120

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Negril

When is the best time to visit Negril for sun & beach?

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The best time to visit Negril for sun & beach is typically in February, January, March, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Negril?

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Rainy season typically: July–November. It is generally better to avoid these months for sun & beach.

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