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Alexandria, Jamaica

Saint Ann Parish · Jamaica

Alexandria is a small town in Saint Ann Parish, Jamaica with a population of 1,927. Elevation: 1,995 ft (608 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,927 Population 5/sq mi density
1,995 ft Elevation 608 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
77.0 in Annual Rain
America / Jamaica Timezone

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About Alexandria

Alexandria is a town in the parish of Saint Ann, Jamaica.

People

Population1,927
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain77.0 in/yr
Sunny Days196/yr
Elevation1,995 ft (608 m)
Population1,927
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation1,995 ft (608 m)
Coordinates18.3077°, -77.3534°
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica
Country🇯🇲 Jamaica
State / ProvinceSaint Ann Parish
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation77.0 inches (1,955 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Alexandria

Alexandria is a small town in Jamaica (Saint Ann Parish) with a population of 1,927. The city sits at an elevation of 1,995 feet (608 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.0 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.

Alexandria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 196 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 77.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,995 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average70.8°F
31% above Jamaica avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days196 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,995 ft (608 m)
Area432.3 sq mi (1,119.7 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates18.3077°N, 77.3534°W
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 77.0"
103% above Jamaica avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 12.44"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

93 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5.

Jan 13, 1993 3 km N of Easington, Jamaica M5.5 90 km
Jun 13, 2005 8 km E of Ulster Spring, Jamaica M5.2 10 km
Mar 10, 2012 100 km NNE of Oracabessa, Jamaica M4.8 136 km
May 25, 1992 59 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M4.8 146 km
May 16, 2011 15 km SSW of Black River, Jamaica M4.7 75 km
May 25, 1992 66 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M4.7 143 km
Oct 9, 1996 90 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M4.7 142 km
Apr 15, 2023 Saint Thomas, Jamaica M4.6 101 km
Aug 16, 2024 7 km NNE of Stony Hill, Jamaica M4.5 65 km
Aug 10, 2002 9 km N of Trinity Ville, Jamaica M4.5 92 km
Jan 24, 2001 75 km NNE of Oracabessa, Jamaica M4.4 112 km
May 25, 1992 61 km SSE of Niquero, Cuba M4.4 134 km
Sep 22, 2023 9 km S of Buff Bay, Jamaica M4.4 77 km
May 25, 1992 70 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M4.4 141 km
Feb 7, 2000 27 km SSW of Bluefields, Jamaica M4.4 89 km
Jul 2, 1996 60 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M4.4 145 km
May 25, 1992 57 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M4.3 150 km
Aug 10, 1992 58 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M4.3 148 km
May 6, 2011 7 km ENE of Mavis Bank, Jamaica M4.2 84 km
Dec 21, 2013 6 km W of Savanna-la-Mar, Jamaica M4.1 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

17 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Melissa Category 5 42 km
2024 Beryl Category 4 91 km
2024 Rafael Category 1 239 km
2012 Sandy Category 3 90 km
2010 Tomas Category 1 235 km
2008 Paloma Category 4 260 km
2008 Gustav Category 1 202 km
2007 Dean Category 4 102 km
2005 Emily Category 5 223 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 103 km
2004 Ivan Category 5 102 km
2004 Charley Category 1 128 km
2002 Lili Category 1 277 km
2001 Iris Category 1 118 km
1999 Lenny Category 1 289 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 35 km
1980 Allen Category 4 65 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.5 m (8 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1907 JAMAICA Earthquake 2.5 m 1,000 124 km
1692 PORT ROYAL Eruption + Earthquake 1.8 m 3,000 89 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 4.0 in
February 68°F (20°C) 2.6 in Coldest, Driest
March 69°F (21°C) 3.4 in
April 70°F (21°C) 5.3 in
May 72°F (22°C) 9.7 in
June 72°F (22°C) 8.4 in
July 73°F (23°C) 4.7 in
August 73°F (23°C) 6.3 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 9.0 in
October 72°F (22°C) 12.4 in Wettest
November 71°F (22°C) 6.5 in
December 69°F (21°C) 4.6 in

Alexandria has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 68°F in February to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 77.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.4") and February the driest (2.6").

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Schools in Alexandria

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Watt Town All Age School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Alexandria

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ghetto vibes radio classic soul, dancehall MP3 128 kbps
Fame 95 FM Jamaica - MP3
The Edge 105 FM - MP3 192 kbps
GGFM 90.1 Discovery Bay blues, discovery bay MP3 320 kbps
Suncity 104.9 FM dancehall, hiphop MP3
UnityXM dancehall, reggae MP3 192 kbps
NCU 91.1 FM various MP3

Museums in Alexandria

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bob Marley Mausoleum
Maidstone

Libraries in Alexandria

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Clark's Town Branch Library0.0
Stugre Town Branch Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Alexandria

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Olde Market
St Ann's Bay Market

Airports Near Alexandria

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Norman Manley International AirportKINLarge Airport
Sangster International AirportMBJLarge Airport
Ian Fleming International AirportOCJMedium Airport
Tinson Pen AirportKTPMedium 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
Port Esquivel Airstrip-Small Airport
Puerto Seco Airstrip-Small Airport
Silent Hill Airstrip-Small Airport
Tulloch Airstrip-Small Airport
Worthy Park Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Alexandria

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Jarreton Baptist Church
Pentecostal
Rosetta New Testament Church of God

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Jamaica
Elevation
2,125 m (6,972 ft)

🇯🇲 About Jamaica

Capital Kingston
Population 2,934,855
Area 10,991 km²
GDP (USD) $21,418,804,320
GDP per capita $7,542
HDI 0.709
Life expectancy 71.5 years
Internet users 89.5%
Urban population 58.5%
Currency JMD (Dollar)
Languages English, Jamaican Patois
Calling code +1
TLD .jm
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Jamaica

10 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Feb 18 Ash Wednesday Ash Wednesday
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 23 Labour Day Labour Day
Aug 1 Emancipation Day Emancipation Day
Aug 6 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 16 National Heroes Day National Heroes Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alexandria

What is the population of Alexandria?

Alexandria has a population of 1,927 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 432.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Alexandria?

Alexandria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 196 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.0 inches.

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