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Accompong, Jamaica
St. Elizabeth · Jamaica
Accompong is a small town in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica with a population of 788. Elevation: 1,470 ft (448 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
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About Accompong
Accompong is a historical Maroon village located in the hills of St. Elizabeth Parish on the island of Jamaica. It is located in Cockpit Country, where Jamaican Maroons established a fortified stronghold in the hilly terrain in the 17th century. They defended it and maintained independence from the Spanish and then later the British, after the colony changed hands.
People
Climate
| Population | 788 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,470 ft (448 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.2263°, -77.7536° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | St. Elizabeth |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 85.1 inches (2,162 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Accompong
Accompong is a small town in Jamaica (St. Elizabeth) with a population of 788. The city sits at an elevation of 1,470 feet (448 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.1 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Climate in Accompong
Accompong has an average annual temperature of 27.7°C (82°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.2°C), the coldest is Jan (26°C). Average annual precipitation is 1158 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.7°F |
| 38% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 182 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,470 ft (448 m) |
| Area | 454.6 sq mi (1,177.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.2263°N, 77.7536°W |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.8 m (6 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1692 | PORT ROYAL | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.8 m | 3,000 | 121 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 74°F (24°C) | 7.1 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 11.7 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 8.5 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 7.3 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 9.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 10.3 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 12.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 5.5 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 3.2 in |
Accompong has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 72°F in February to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 85.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.7") and February the driest (2.9").
Radio Stations near Accompong
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| GGFM 90.1 Discovery Bay | blues, discovery bay | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Mello Radio 88 FM | dancehall, reggae | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Accompong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flagstaff Heritage Center | ||||
| German Town Imigration Museum | ||||
| Institute of Jamaica Museum | ||||
| Maidstone | ||||
| Montego Bay Cultural Center |
Libraries in Accompong
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clark's Town Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Manchester Parish Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Accompong
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black River Farmer's Market | |||||
| Charles Gordon Market | |||||
| Dormac's | |||||
| Harbour Street Market | |||||
| Mandeville Market | |||||
| Montego Bay Market | |||||
| Trading Place Ltd. |
Stadiums & Teams in Accompong
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Accompong
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sangster International Airport | MBJ | Large Airport |
| Braco Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ewarton Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kirkvine Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lionel Densham Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Mafoota Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Moneague Training Camp Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Nain Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Negril Airport | NEG | Small Airport |
| Port Esquivel Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto Seco Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Silent Hill Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Worthy Park Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Accompong?
Accompong has a population of 788 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 454.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Accompong?
Accompong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 182 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.1 inches.