Sunrise & Sunset Overview

About Sunrise & Sunset in Jamaica

Jamaica spans approximately 18.1°N. Jamaica's near-tropical location gives it consistent daylight throughout the year, typically 11 to 13 hours with minimal seasonal swing. Click any city above for complete data including golden hour, blue hour, twilight times, moon phase, and monthly sun tables.

Golden Hour in Jamaica

Golden hour photography across Jamaica varies by location and season. At temperate latitudes, Jamaica enjoys golden hour windows of 45 to 90 minutes, with the longest windows in winter when the sun travels a lower arc. Click any city in the table above to see exact golden hour times for that location.

Seasonal Daylight in Jamaica

The difference between the longest and shortest day in Jamaica depends on latitude. Jamaica's near-equatorial position means consistent daylight of 11 to 13 hours year-round, with minimal seasonal variation.

The best time of year to visit Jamaica for photography depends on your goals. Long summer days provide more total shooting hours, but winter offers lower sun angles that produce dramatic shadows and warm light throughout more of the day. Spring and autumn equinox periods offer balanced light that works well for most subjects.