Month guide · Montego Bay · Jamaica
Montego Bay in March
What March is really like in Montego Bay: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
March is one of the best months to visit Montego Bay. Expect average highs of 30°C (86°F), lows of 22°C (72°F), about 4 rainy days and roughly 12 hours of daylight. One of the driest months, with spring-break crowds.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 30°C (86°F) / 22°C (72°F)
- Rainy days
- About 4
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Sea temperature
- 27°C (81°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in March
March is the 11th-warmest month in Montego Bay: days average 30°C (86°F) against a yearly average high of 31°C (88°F), and nights fall to about 22°C (72°F). Rain falls on roughly 4 of its 31 days. Compared with February (30°C (86°F)), March is about as warm; by April highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 06:20
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 18:22
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Sea
- 27°C (81°F)
High season (December–April). Dry, sunny and breezy, with full resorts and the highest prices around Christmas and spring break.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, March rates 5 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: March is one of the pricier months.
Events in March
- Spring break (usually March)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in March
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Nature · Falmouth and Trelawny coast
Luminous Lagoon at Glistening Waters
Go on a dark, moonless night for the brightest glow.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- After dark
- Nature
- Kids
- Couples
Neighbourhood · Falmouth and Trelawny coast
Falmouth historic town
Laid out in the late 18th century, Falmouth has a grid of Georgian buildings, the Water Square, the courthouse and the William Knibb Memorial Baptist Church, linked to the abolitionist missionary.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Architecture
Beach · Hip Strip (Gloucester Avenue)
Doctor's Cave Beach
Arrive early on cruise-ship days; the beach fills by late morning.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Couples
Historic site · Rose Hall
Greenwood Great House
Built in the early 1800s by the Barrett family, relatives of the poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning, this great house keeps original furniture and a rare collection of antique musical instruments, some of which are still played on tours.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Off the beaten path
- Rainy day
- Views
The sea averages 27°C (81°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Montego Bay.
What to pack
For highs near 30°C, lows near 22°C and 4 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March a good time to visit Montego Bay?
One of the best months to visit Montego Bay, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are April and December–February. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit Montego Bay?
It is one of the best months to visit Montego Bay. One of the driest months, with spring-break crowds.
+How warm is Montego Bay in March?
Average highs are around 30°C (86°F) and lows around 22°C (72°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Montego Bay in March?
Expect rain on about 4 days of the month, so it is usually dry.