Weather in Negril in January: temperature and climate

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Negril in January in summary

Ideal weather

Min 25°C Max 27°C 74 mm 4 day(s) 78% 19% 28°C UV 7 9.6 h/day

Best activities in January

Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageFamily and attractionsDiving and snorkeling

Practical guidelines

High crowding Very high prices 06:48 17:58

Hourly weather

Average weather in Negril in January 2027

Ideal weather

The weather in Negril in January 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in January. This allows you to forecast the weather in January 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

From 1st to 31 January 2027

Dominant weather

Clear/Sunny

19 days out of 31 (61%)

25.4°C

Other common conditions

Partly Cloudy

6 days out of 31 (19%)

Moderate rain at times

5 days out of 31 (16%)

Heavy rain

1 days out of 31 (3%)

Dominant weather

Clear/Sunny

20 days out of 31 (64%)

25.1°C

Other common conditions

Partly Cloudy

5 days out of 31 (16%)

Moderate rain at times

4 days out of 31 (12%)

Heavy rain

1 days out of 31 (3%)

Dominant weather

Clear/Sunny

21 days out of 31 (67%)

25.1°C

Other common conditions

Partly Cloudy

6 days out of 31 (19%)

Moderate rain at times

3 days out of 31 (9%)

Heavy rain

1 days out of 31 (3%)

Dominant weather

Clear/Sunny

20 days out of 31 (64%)

26.3°C

Other common conditions

Partly Cloudy

6 days out of 31 (19%)

Moderate rain at times

4 days out of 31 (12%)

Heavy rain

1 days out of 31 (3%)

12h

Dominant weather

Clear/Sunny

19 days out of 31 (61%)

27.2°C

Other common conditions

Partly Cloudy

7 days out of 31 (22%)

Moderate rain at times

4 days out of 31 (12%)

Heavy rain

1 days out of 31 (3%)

15h

Dominant weather

Clear/Sunny

16 days out of 31 (51%)

26.9°C

Other common conditions

Moderate rain at times

8 days out of 31 (25%)

Partly Cloudy

5 days out of 31 (16%)

Heavy rain

2 days out of 31 (6%)

18h

Dominant weather

Clear/Sunny

16 days out of 31 (51%)

26.1°C

Other common conditions

Moderate rain at times

9 days out of 31 (29%)

Partly Cloudy

4 days out of 31 (12%)

Heavy rain

2 days out of 31 (6%)

21h

Dominant weather

Clear/Sunny

19 days out of 31 (61%)

25.7°C

Other common conditions

Moderate rain at times

7 days out of 31 (22%)

Partly Cloudy

4 days out of 31 (12%)

Heavy rain

1 days out of 31 (3%)

Climate

Climate of Negril in January

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Negril in January.

Temperatures and rain in Negril in January

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in January.

Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of January is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.

Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.

Average rainfall

About the climate in Negril in January

The climate of Negril in January is humid. An average of 74 mm precipitation is recorded over 17 days. The situation is drier than the previous month: in December, the average recorded is 75 mm over 18 days.

Temperatures are warm in Negril in January. The average maximum temperature reaches 27°C, while the minimum falls to about 25°C. The month's average temperature is 26°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Negril in January: 29°C as a maximum in 2013 and 20°C as a minimum in 2010.

In January, the days last on average 11:10 in Negril. The sun rises around 06:48 and sets around 17:58.

With ideal weather, the month of January is a recommended month to travel to Negril in Jamaica.

In January, the most favorable activities in Negril are: Beach and swimming, Cultural visits and heritage, Family and attractions, Diving and snorkeling, Watersports, Nature and landscapes, Nightlife, Gastronomy, Well-being and Boat trip and cruise.

Some activities remain possible even if conditions are not optimal: Animal observation.

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Negril in January

Check the seasonal normals in Negril in January and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026

Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025

Weather data	December	January	February
Outside temperature
Average temperature	26.8°C	26.1°C	26.0°C
Maximum temperature	27.8°C	27.2°C	27.2°C
Minimum temperature	25.8°C	25.0°C	24.9°C
Record maximum temperature	30.0°C (2009)	29.0°C (2013)	29.0°C (2020)
Record low temperature	20.0°C (2010)	20.0°C (2010)	21.0°C (2009)
Number of days at +30°	0 day(s) (0%)	0 day(s) (0%)	0 day(s) (0%)
Number of days at +18°	31 day(s) (100%)	31 day(s) (100%)	28 day(s) (97%)
Number of days below 0°	0 day(s) (0%)	0 day(s) (0%)	0 day(s) (0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average)	28.1°C	26.8°C	26.8°C
Sea temperature (minimum)	27.8°C	25.8°C	26.1°C
Sea temperature (maximum)	28.9°C	27.8°C	27.9°C
Wind
Wind speed	20 km/h	20 km/h	19 km/h
Wind temperature	25.8°C	25.1°C	24.9°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation	74.5 mm	74.5 mm	64.0 mm
Number of days with precipitation	18 day(s) (58%)	17 day(s) (55%)	18 day(s) (62%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm)	5 day(s) (15%)	4 day(s) (12%)	4 day(s) (12%)
Record precipitation in one day	43.7 mm (2010)	53.3 mm (2018)	24.7 mm (2016)
Other weather data
Humidity	78%	78%	78%
Visibility	9.8 km	9.8 km	9.8 km
Cloud cover	19%	19%	20%
UV index	7	7	7
Daily sunshine	8h	10h	11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time	06h37	06h48	06h41
Sunset time	17h40	17h58	18h14
Day length	11h03	11h10	11h33
Our opinion on the climate in January
The review of Where And When	favourable weather	ideal weather	ideal weather

Activities and events

What to do in Negril in January?

Best activities in January

Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageFamily and attractionsDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesNightlifeGastronomyWell-beingBoat trip and cruise

Possible activities in January

Animal observation

Observed weather

What was the weather like in Negril in January last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Negril in January 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon.	Tue.	Wed.	Thu.	Fri.	Sat.	Sun.
		1 Clear/Sunny 24°C26°C0.0 mm	2 Partly Cloudy 24°C25°C2.1 mm	3 Cloudy 24°C25°C7.1 mm	4 Cloudy 24°C25°C0.0 mm	5 Overcast 24°C25°C0.0 mm
6 Partly Cloudy 24°C26°C0.2 mm	7 Patchy rain nearby 24°C26°C0.0 mm	8 Patchy rain nearby 24°C25°C0.3 mm	9 Cloudy 22°C24°C0.0 mm	10 Cloudy 23°C24°C0.0 mm	11 Cloudy 23°C26°C0.0 mm	12 Partly Cloudy 23°C25°C0.0 mm
13 Partly Cloudy 24°C25°C0.0 mm	14 Clear/Sunny 24°C25°C0.0 mm	15 Partly Cloudy 23°C24°C0.0 mm	16 Cloudy 24°C25°C0.0 mm	17 Partly Cloudy 24°C26°C0.0 mm	18 Partly Cloudy 24°C26°C3.1 mm	19 Overcast 24°C26°C0.0 mm
20 Overcast 24°C26°C0.0 mm	21 Partly Cloudy 24°C26°C0.0 mm	22 Clear/Sunny 21°C26°C0.0 mm	23 Partly Cloudy 23°C25°C0.0 mm	24 Cloudy 23°C26°C0.0 mm	25 Cloudy 23°C25°C2.8 mm	26 Cloudy 25°C25°C0.0 mm
27 Overcast 24°C25°C0.0 mm	28 Clear/Sunny 24°C26°C0.0 mm	29 Cloudy 24°C26°C0.0 mm	30 Clear/Sunny 25°C26°C0.0 mm	31 Thundery outbreaks in nearby 25°C26°C0.0 mm

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Negril in January: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Yes, this is one of the best times. The weather conditions are ideal in Negril in January, which places this month 1st out of 12. Expect, however, more crowds and higher prices.

Expect an average of 27°C during the day and 25°C at night, with about 74 mm of precipitation spread over 4 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 27°C on average in January, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 9.6 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Beach and swimming, Cultural visits and heritage, Family and attractions and Diving and snorkeling. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in High crowding, with an index of 58/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

Yes: prices are at level Very high prices, with a price index of 82/100, including flights and accommodation. Booking early makes a real difference.

The most favorable months in Negril are: January, February, March, April, November and December. You are therefore already in one of the best times of the year; shifting your plans would not gain you much in terms of weather.

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