Jamaica Weather

The Jamaican weather is undisputedly incredible whichNovembers to the end of April. The rainy season is
makes the island an all year holiday paradise. Withfrom May to October yet still dry enough for a
average temperatures in the winter ranging from 22splendid vacation.
– 31°C and in the summer a maximum ofJamaica lays within the hurricane belt. As perilous as
29-34°C it is always just perfect for the occasion.this may sound it is not that horrific. The Caribbean
Regardless of when you choose to visit Jamaica,hurricane season is between June and November and
there will be tropical warm temperatures waiting you.has brought lots of attention to this area each year.
Whenever you choose to visit you are essentiallyHowever, because of its location Jamaica has being
guarantee a wonderful vacation.very privileged not to be battered often. The
There is no significant difference in temperaturehurricanes usually form between the eastern end of
throughout the island; however it differs slightly inthe Caribbean and off the African west coast. These
rainfall volume in different sections. The mountainoushurricanes have the tendency to travel in a north
areas tend to get a lot more rain fall in contrast towesterly direction. Given that Jamaica is located on
the planes. Consequently, places such as Port Antoniothe western side of the Caribbean by time the
on the north eastern end of the island in the vicinitystorms get close they are already too far north to
of the Blue and John Crow Mountains receive morepose any serious concerns. Another important factor
rainfall than other places. The south side of Jamaicaalso is the size of Jamaica. The smaller the target the
gets the least rainfall but with good measure.harder it is for a direct hit. This is evident in the many
The Jamaican local city or town weather predictiontimes Cuba and Florida have been hit directly.
pose quite a challenge for the forecasters. It couldThe last direct batter Jamaica had was hurricane was
be raining heavily where one is but just 5 kilometersHurricane Gilbert in 1988 and the previous one was
away it is sunny, dry and without a hint of gray.hurricane Charley in 1951. Another reason not to panic
Though the average annual rainfall is about 48.5is that with the current technology that is available
inches, accumulation varies significantly across thewe can predict hurricane paths accurately and I can
island. Generally, showers are short, intense andassure you there will be enough time to get out of
followed by sunshine. The driest period is betweenthe way safely.