What is the weather like in Montego Bay in December?

Expect temperatures between 23°C and 28°C with 18% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Montego Bay in December?

Montego Bay in December scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Solid choice for most travelers.

Who should visit Montego Bay in December?

December in Montego Bay is ideal for: Beach lovers, Outdoor enthusiasts, Photographers, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples.

Montego Bay Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

28°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

23°C

Coolest around day 27

Rainy Days

0days

18% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in December

Caribbean Sea

28.6°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🌴Tropical

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating

✅Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Caribbean Sea

Montego Bay coastline

Essential Travel Info for Montego Bay

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Currency

JMD

$ Jamaican dollar

Language

English

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Driving

Left side

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.99

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Low Traffic

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Traffic Index

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Key Connections

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Charlotte Douglas (CLT)

Toronto Pearson (YYZ)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Jamaica.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Jamaica. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Jamaica.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Jamaica.If rabies exposures occur while in Jamaica, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Typhoid

Recommended for travelers visiting smaller cities or rural areas

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Montego Bay?

👍Solid choice for most travelers(66/100)

Short Answer

Ideal beach conditions in Montego Bay during December: 28.6°C turquoise waters, 28°C air, 18% rain. 0.8m calm waves suit families and swimmers alike.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Warm tropical seas

28.6°C sea temperature - Tropical Bath

Very high humidity

82% average humidity

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Dengue, Zika

Plenty of sunshine

9.8h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

49% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Beach lovers
28.6°C warm seas and 18% rain probability
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 27.7°C, 18% rain chance
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Photographers
9.8h sunshine, 59% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 95/100 with romantic weather conditions

Who Should Avoid

👴
Elderly travelers
82% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Montego Bay in December averages 28°C with 18% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Montego Bay in December

What are the temperatures in Montego Bay in December?

Daytime highs average 28°C, nights drop to 23°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Montego Bay in December?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Montego Bay in December?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is December peak season in Montego Bay?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.

Montego Bay Weather in December