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Jamaicans are being encouraged to brace for warmer days and nights in the coming weeks, as above-normal temperatures are forecast across the island, with warmer-than-usual conditions expected to intensify by September 2025.

This is according to the seasonal climate outlook for Jamaica, produced by the Meteorological Service of Jamaica, covering the periods June to August and September to November 2025.

According to the outlook, above-normal temperatures are forecast for both periods.

For the June to August period, the forecast indicates that the north-west region of the island shows a strong trend towards warmer temperatures, with a 60–69 per cent chance of above-normal temperatures during both day and night. In the central region, including Worthy Park in St Catherine, the forecast indicates a 41–44 per cent chance of above-normal temperatures.

For the September to November period, the north-west again shows a high likelihood of above-normal temperatures, with a 70–79 per cent probability, both day and night.

The central region shows a 41–44 per cent chance of above-normal temperatures during this period as well.

With rising temperatures, especially in the western and central regions, the Met Service is advising that cooling strategies remain essential.

A short-term drought is also predicted for the June to August period in areas bordering St James and Trelawny, southern Westmoreland, and sections of St Thomas.

The Met Service says a drought watch or warning may be issued for Westmoreland, potentially extending into southern Hanover, during the September to November period.

It said no significant drought impacts are likely for the remainder of the island.

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