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Balaclava, Jamaica
St. Elizabeth · Jamaica
Balaclava is a small town in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica with a population of 2,862. Elevation: 755 ft (230 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Balaclava
Balaclava is a small town in Northern St Elizabeth parish, Jamaica. It used to be an important town in the north of the parish.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,862 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 755 ft (230 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.1723°, -77.6438° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | St. Elizabeth |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.0 inches (2,006 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balaclava
Balaclava is a small town in Jamaica (St. Elizabeth) with a population of 2,862. The city sits at an elevation of 755 feet (230 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.0 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.4°F |
| 34% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 193 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 755 ft (230 m) |
| Area | 454.6 sq mi (1,177.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.1723°N, 77.6438°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 | 108 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 6.1 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 10.2 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 8.6 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 5.6 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 7.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 9.5 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 12.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 3.8 in |
Balaclava has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 70°F in February to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 79.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.4") and February the driest (2.7").
Schools in Balaclava
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medina united church | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Balaclava
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 Balaclava
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flagstaff Heritage Center | ||||
| Maidstone |
Libraries in Balaclava
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester Parish Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balaclava
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Absolute Wholesale & Meat Mart | |||||
| Black River Farmer's Market | |||||
| Dormac's | |||||
| Mandeville Market | |||||
| Trading Place Ltd. |
Airports Near Balaclava
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sangster International Airport | MBJ | Large Airport |
| Ian Fleming International Airport | OCJ | Medium 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 |
| Tulloch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Worthy Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balaclava
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Comfort Hall Seventh-day Adventist Church | |
| Saint Gabriel Catholic Church |
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What is the population of Balaclava?
Balaclava has a population of 2,862 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 454.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balaclava?
Balaclava has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 193 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.0 inches.