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Runaway Bay in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Runaway Bay in January 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether January is a good month to travel to Runaway Bay, Jamaica.

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Runaway Bay in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Runaway Bay in January in summary
Ideal weather
Min 24°C Max 27°C 67 mm 3 day(s) 83% 31% 28°C UV 6 8.6 h/day
Best activities in January
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds High prices 06:44 17:54
Hourly weather

Average weather in Runaway Bay in January 2027

Ideal weather

The weather in Runaway Bay 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
0h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
14 days out of 31 (45%)
23.6°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
9 days out of 31 (29%)
Moderate rain at times
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Cloudy
1 days out of 31 (3%)
3h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
12 days out of 31 (38%)
24.0°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
10 days out of 31 (32%)
Moderate rain at times
7 days out of 31 (22%)
Cloudy
1 days out of 31 (3%)
6h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
11 days out of 31 (35%)
24.0°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
11 days out of 31 (35%)
Moderate rain at times
7 days out of 31 (22%)
Cloudy
2 days out of 31 (6%)
9h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
13 days out of 31 (41%)
26.0°C
Other common conditions
Moderate rain at times
9 days out of 31 (29%)
Partly Cloudy
8 days out of 31 (25%)
Cloudy
1 days out of 31 (3%)
12h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
15 days out of 31 (48%)
26.4°C
Other common conditions
Moderate rain at times
8 days out of 31 (25%)
Partly Cloudy
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Heavy rain
1 days out of 31 (3%)
15h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
14 days out of 31 (45%)
25.8°C
Other common conditions
Moderate rain at times
11 days out of 31 (35%)
Partly Cloudy
4 days out of 31 (12%)
Heavy rain
1 days out of 31 (3%)
18h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
14 days out of 31 (45%)
24.3°C
Other common conditions
Moderate rain at times
10 days out of 31 (32%)
Partly Cloudy
5 days out of 31 (16%)
Heavy rain
1 days out of 31 (3%)
21h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
17 days out of 31 (54%)
23.8°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
7 days out of 31 (22%)
Moderate rain at times
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Heavy rain
1 days out of 31 (3%)
Climate

Climate of Runaway Bay in January

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

Temperatures and rain in Runaway Bay 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

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Runaway Bay in January

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Runaway Bay in January

Check the seasonal normals in Runaway Bay 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
Month analyzed
January
Weather data December January February
Outside temperature
Average temperature 26.1°C 25.3°C 25.2°C
Maximum temperature 27.3°C 26.5°C 26.6°C
Minimum temperature 24.9°C 24.0°C 23.9°C
Record maximum temperature 32.0°C
(2021)
 30.0°C
(2016)
 29.0°C
(2010)
Record low temperature 19.0°C
(2010)
 19.0°C
(2010)
 20.0°C
(2009)
Number of days at +30° 1 day(s)
(3%)
 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) 28.3°C 26.9°C 27.0°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 27.7°C 26.0°C 26.0°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 29.0°C 27.9°C 27.8°C
Wind
Wind speed 20 km/h 20 km/h 21 km/h
Wind temperature 24.9°C 24.0°C 23.9°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 89.6 mm 66.6 mm 56.9 mm
Number of days with precipitation 20 day(s)
(65%)
 18 day(s)
(58%)
 18 day(s)
(62%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 4 day(s)
(12%)
 3 day(s)
(11%)
 4 day(s)
(13%)
Record precipitation in one day 66.0 mm
(2009)
 49.8 mm
(2018)
 23.7 mm
(2010)
Other weather data
Humidity 82% 83% 82%
Visibility 9.7 km 9.7 km 9.8 km
Cloud cover 33% 31% 30%
UV index 7 6 6
Daily sunshine 8h 9h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h34 06h44 06h37
Sunset time 17h36 17h54 18h10
Day length 11h02 11h10 11h33
Our opinion on the climate in January
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Activities and events

What to do in Runaway Bay in January?

Best activities in January
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Runaway Bay in January last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Partly Cloudy
24°C25°C0.0 mm
2
Overcast
23°C24°C0.0 mm
3
Moderate or heavy rain shower
23°C24°C17.9 mm
4
Cloudy
23°C24°C4.5 mm
5
Overcast
23°C23°C0.0 mm
6
Cloudy
23°C25°C0.3 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
24°C26°C0.3 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
24°C25°C0.3 mm
9
Overcast
21°C23°C0.0 mm
10
Cloudy
22°C23°C0.0 mm
11
Cloudy
23°C24°C0.0 mm
12
Fog
23°C24°C0.0 mm
13
Cloudy
23°C23°C0.0 mm
14
Overcast
23°C24°C0.0 mm
15
Cloudy
22°C23°C0.0 mm
16
Overcast
22°C23°C0.0 mm
17
Overcast
23°C23°C0.0 mm
18
Cloudy
23°C25°C0.0 mm
19
Moderate or heavy rain shower
24°C26°C7.6 mm
20
Cloudy
24°C25°C0.0 mm
21
Overcast
23°C25°C0.0 mm
22
Partly Cloudy
22°C26°C0.0 mm
23
Overcast
23°C24°C0.0 mm
24
Overcast
23°C24°C0.0 mm
25
Cloudy
23°C24°C2.1 mm
26
Overcast
24°C25°C1.9 mm
27
Cloudy
23°C24°C0.0 mm
28
Partly Cloudy
24°C25°C0.0 mm
29
Cloudy
23°C24°C0.0 mm
30
Cloudy
24°C25°C0.0 mm
31
Thundery outbreaks in nearby
24°C25°C0.0 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Runaway Bay in January?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Runaway Bay 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 Runaway Bay 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 24°C at night, with about 67 mm of precipitation spread over 3 rainy days.

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

Expect about 8.6 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Beach and swimming, Animal observation, Diving and snorkeling and Watersports. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 32/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

Prices are average: level High prices, with an index of 65/100, including flights and accommodation.

The most favorable months in Runaway Bay are: January, February, March, April, June, July, August, 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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