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Runaway Bay in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Runaway Bay in October 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether October is a good month to travel to Runaway Bay, Jamaica.

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Runaway Bay in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Runaway Bay in October in summary
Fair weather
Min 27°C Max 29°C 195 mm 11 day(s) 81% 28% 30°C UV 7 8.5 h/day
Best activities in October
Well-being
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds Moderate prices 06:03 17:47
Hourly weather

Average weather in Runaway Bay in October 2026

Fair weather

The weather in Runaway Bay in October 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in October. This allows you to forecast the weather in October 2026. 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.

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Climate

Climate of Runaway Bay in October

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

Temperatures and rain in Runaway Bay in October

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in October.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of October 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 Runaway Bay in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Runaway Bay in October

Check the seasonal normals in Runaway Bay in October 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
October
Weather data September October November
Outside temperature
Average temperature 28.6°C 28.1°C 26.9°C
Maximum temperature 30.1°C 29.4°C 28.0°C
Minimum temperature 27.2°C 26.8°C 25.7°C
Record maximum temperature 34.0°C
(2021)
33.0°C
(2021)
32.0°C
(2021)
Record low temperature 24.0°C
(2021)
25.0°C
(2009)
23.0°C
(2012)
Number of days at +30° 22 day(s)
(73%)
13 day(s)
(42%)
2 day(s)
(7%)
Number of days at +18° 30 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
30 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 29.8°C 29.3°C 29.1°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 28.6°C 28.3°C 28.0°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 30.9°C 30.4°C 30.0°C
Wind
Wind speed 18 km/h 17 km/h 18 km/h
Wind temperature 27.2°C 26.8°C 25.7°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 158.3 mm 195.4 mm 121.2 mm
Number of days with precipitation 26 day(s)
(87%)
27 day(s)
(87%)
22 day(s)
(73%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 9 day(s)
(31%)
11 day(s)
(36%)
6 day(s)
(19%)
Record precipitation in one day 52.5 mm
(2012)
120.4 mm
(2012)
127.9 mm
(2020)
Other weather data
Humidity 80% 81% 82%
Visibility 9.5 km 9.4 km 9.6 km
Cloud cover 23% 28% 33%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 12h 9h 8h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h57 06h03 06h16
Sunset time 18h11 17h47 17h32
Day length 12h14 11h44 11h16
Our opinion on the climate in October
The review of Where And When fair weather fair weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Runaway Bay in October?

Best activities in October
Well-being
Possible activities in October
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

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

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Partly Cloudy
25°C29°C30.9 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
24°C29°C0.0 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
26°C29°C1.1 mm
4
Partly Cloudy
25°C28°C1.2 mm
5
Partly Cloudy
25°C29°C0.0 mm
6
Partly Cloudy
25°C28°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
25°C30°C0.0 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
25°C29°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
24°C29°C0.0 mm
10
Overcast
26°C28°C1.1 mm
11
Partly Cloudy
24°C29°C2.3 mm
12
Moderate rain at times
26°C29°C8.1 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
26°C28°C11.9 mm
14
Partly Cloudy
26°C29°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
24°C28°C2.4 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C0.0 mm
17
Partly Cloudy
24°C29°C4.0 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
25°C28°C4.8 mm
19
Light rain shower
26°C28°C2.3 mm
20
Partly Cloudy
26°C28°C1.2 mm
21
Cloudy
26°C28°C0.9 mm
22
Partly Cloudy
26°C27°C7.3 mm
23
Moderate or heavy rain shower
25°C26°C17.0 mm
24
Light rain shower
25°C27°C14.3 mm
25
Moderate or heavy rain shower
26°C27°C21.7 mm
26
Thundery outbreaks in nearby
26°C27°C13.8 mm
27
Moderate or heavy rain shower
25°C26°C46.4 mm
28
Moderate or heavy rain in area with thunder
26°C26°C488.6 mm
29
Light rain shower
26°C29°C20.7 mm
30
Partly Cloudy
26°C28°C35.1 mm
31
Partly Cloudy
24°C27°C0.0 mm
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Where to go near Runaway Bay in October?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Runaway Bay in October: your frequently asked questions

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

It's an average period, nothing special. Conditions are mediocre in Runaway Bay in October, which ranks this month 12th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 29°C during the day and 27°C at night, with about 195 mm of precipitation spread over 11 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 29°C on average in October, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 8.5 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Well-being. 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 28/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

Prices are average: level Moderate prices, with an index of 44/100, including flights and accommodation.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Runaway Bay are: January, February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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