Montego Bay Weather in September

September weather

September in Montego Bay feels hot, sticky and often cloudy. The high is 31°C, the same as August, while rain falls on 25 days. Showers can interrupt beach time, and the sea may look less inviting when the sky turns grey. October is wetter still, so September isn't the rainiest month of this stretch.

You can still enjoy a swim at Doctor's Cave Beach between showers, or spend a damp spell browsing the shops along the Hip Strip. Choose flexible plans: heavy rain can spoil a long boat trip or a day built around snorkelling. The sun averages four hours a day, and the poor comfort rating reflects the heat and humidity.

Events and quieter streets

September isn't a major festival month in Montego Bay, and Jamaica has no nationwide public holiday then. Reggae Sumfest, the city's best-known music festival, is usually held in July, so don't expect its crowds in September. Local events can vary.

If you hate crowds, you'll find fewer visitors than in the busy winter season. Hotels and flights are often less expensive than during peak winter months, though rates vary. That quieter feel can suit you if you're happy to swap guaranteed beach weather for a slower pace.

Make a rain plan

Travelling with kids? Keep a short indoor option ready for sudden showers. Rose Hall Great House gives you a chance to explore Jamaican history without making the whole day depend on the beach. For a rainy break near the waterfront, try a plate of jerk chicken at a Hip Strip restaurant.

Ask your hotel about current sea conditions before setting out on a snorkelling trip from Montego Bay. If rain has stirred up the water, save the boat outing for a clearer spell. The Martha Brae rafting area is inland, but heavy showers can still affect plans there.