April 1 is generally a great time to visit Montego Bay. While there is a slight chance of rain (30%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 29°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Montego Bay this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Montego Bay
Currency
JMD
$ Jamaican dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Left side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.99
Montego Bay Weather Forecast for April 1
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 28.9°C. 30% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Montego Bay in April
Based on historical data for April 1, Montego Bay typically experiences temperatures between 21.9°C and 28.9°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. With a 30% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Montego Bay
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
28.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
21.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
34.3°C
🔥 Heat index effect
Rain Chance
30%
Avg 1.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
35%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1014.8 hPa
Low volatility
Montego Bay Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 12 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 18 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 30 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
24.9°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Index
34.3°C
Feels hotter
😐 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Jamaica
Flight Traffic
Busy
72/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~38
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Montego Bay
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:06
☀️ Noon
12:16
🌇 Sunset
18:26
⏱️ Daylight
12h 19m
Wind Speed
17.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
79%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Montego Bay
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Montego Bay on April 1 averages 28.9°C with a 30% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 91/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Montego Bay Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
March 27
28.7°C • 24% rain
Score
93
March 28
28.7°C • 24% rain
Score
93
March 25
28.6°C • 28% rain
Score
92
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Montego Bay Worth Visiting on April 1?
Planning a trip to Montego Bay on April 1? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 28.9°C with a 30% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 38 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Jamaica, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 27.8°C (tropical bath). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.72m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 1 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 30.5°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to 20.3°C in 2020.