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Exploring Jamaica

The city of Jamaica has some interesting things to see and do. Popular attractions in and around Jamaica include:

• Lake Panorama
• Jefferson Community Golf Course
• Raccoon River Valley Trail
• Springbrook State Park
• Mahanay Memorial Carillon Tower
• RVP~1875 Historic Furniture Shop & Museum
• Sheeder Prairie State Preserve

When is the Best Time to Explore Jamaica?

If you're curious when is the best time of year to explore Jamaica, you might find this info about seasonal weather useful when you are planning your trip. The warmest months in Jamaica are typically July and August, whereas the coldest months are usually January and February. The months with the most rain are May and June, whereas January and February have the least.

Here's a rundown on how much rain you can expect and what the temperatures are going to be like:

• From January to March, the average daytime temperature is 9°C and at night it is -10°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 150 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 27°C during the day and 5°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 460 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 28°C and the night-time average is 14°C. Average precipitation for this season is 328 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 17°C and -6°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 194 mm.
• The average annual rainfall in Jamaica is 1132 mm.