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Annotto Bay, Jamaica
Saint Mary Parish · Jamaica
Annotto Bay is a small city in Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica with a population of 5,504. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
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About Annotto Bay
Annotto Bay is a town in the parish of Saint Mary in Jamaica. It was once an active port on the north side. This town was previously named ‘Guayguata’ by the Tainos, it is named from the abundance of the Annatto trees in the area. The Spanish settlement of the Mellila mentioned early in the sixteenth century Spanish Jamaica was probably located near present-day Annotto Bay and Fort George, Jamaica, and the nearby golf course are thought to have been built on a Spanish foundation.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,504 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.2717°, -76.7652° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | Saint Mary Parish |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.9 inches (1,750 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Annotto Bay
Annotto Bay is a small city in Jamaica (Saint Mary Parish) with a population of 5,504. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.9 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.7°F |
| 40% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 211 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 320.6 sq mi (830.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.2717°N, 76.7652°W |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 71 km |
| 1692 | PORT ROYAL | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.8 m | 3,000 | 53 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 5.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 6.5 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 8.8 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 7.5 in |
Annotto Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 73°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 68.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.5") and March the driest (3.0").
Schools in Annotto Bay
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annotto Bay High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Annotto Bay
22 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Boys School Radio | jazz, reggae | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Jamaica 94FM | news, talk | MP3 | |
| Zip FM 103 FM | alternative, dance | MP3 | |
| ghetto vibes radio | classic soul, dancehall | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Jamaica Dancehall Radio | dance, dancehall | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Roots 96.1 FM | dancehall, hiphop | MP3 | |
| Radio Jamaica 94 FM | caribbean music, local music | MP3 | |
| The Edge 105 FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Fame 95 FM Jamaica | — | MP3 | |
| KLAS Sports Radio 89.5 Kingston | espn, sport | OGG | |
| Fyah105 FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| TBC Radio 88.5 FM | religious, talk | MP3 | |
| Fame 95 FM | adult contemporary, hiphop | MP3 | |
| Mellow FM | various | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Stylz FM | love, reggae | MP3 | |
| Suncity 104.9 FM | dancehall, hiphop | MP3 | |
| Kool 97 FM | alternative, pop | MP3 | |
| Omega KLAS Radio - God and Sports | various | MP3 | |
| Newstalk 93 FM | various | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Nationwide Radio 90 FM | various | AAC | |
| NCU 91.1 FM | various | MP3 | |
| UnityXM | dancehall, reggae | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Annotto Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Town Museum and Safu (Asafu) Yard | ||||
| Firefly Estate, Noel Coward's House | ||||
| Scott's Hall Maroon Museum |
Libraries in Annotto Bay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annotto By Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bog Walk Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Buff Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Port Maria Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Annotto Bay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buff Bay Market |
Restaurants in Annotto Bay
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Annotto Bay
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Annotto Bay
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Annotto Bay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Annotto Bay
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Norman Manley International Airport | KIN | Large Airport |
| Ian Fleming International Airport | OCJ | Medium Airport |
| Ken Jones Airport | POT | Medium Airport |
| Tinson Pen Airport | KTP | Medium Airport |
| Braco Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eastern Banana Estates Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ewarton Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hector’s River Agricultural Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kirkvine Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Moneague Training Camp Airfield | — | 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 |
Treatment Centers in Annotto Bay
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Duhaney Park Health Center | ||
| Duhaney Park Health Center |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Annotto Bay
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Annotto Bay Baptist Church (1823) | |
| Church of God of Prophey | |
| St Theresa's | |
| St. Paul Church | |
| United Pentecostal Church of JA | |
| Universal Church of the Kingdom of God |
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What is the population of Annotto Bay?
Annotto Bay has a population of 5,504 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 320.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Annotto Bay?
Annotto Bay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.9 inches.