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Bethel Town, Jamaica

Westmoreland · Jamaica

Bethel Town is a small town in Westmoreland, Jamaica with a population of 3,053. Elevation: 958 ft (292 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,053 Population 12/sq mi density
958 ft Elevation 292 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
91.8 in Annual Rain
America / Jamaica Timezone

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About Bethel Town

Bethel Town is a settlement in Jamaica. It was the site of political riots in 1938 and was a former slave village.

People

Population3,053
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain91.8 in/yr
Sunny Days171/yr
Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Population3,053
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Coordinates18.2950°, -77.9511°
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica
Country🇯🇲 Jamaica
State / ProvinceWestmoreland
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation91.8 inches (2,331 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bethel Town

Bethel Town is a small town in Jamaica (Westmoreland) with a population of 3,053. The city sits at an elevation of 958 feet (292 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 91.8 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.

Climate in Bethel Town

Bethel Town 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26°C / 79°F 22.1° / 29.8° 80.6
Feb 26°C / 79°F 22° / 30.1° 36.0
Mar 26.5°C / 80°F 22.5° / 30.5° 55.2
Apr 27.4°C / 81°F 23.4° / 31.5° 74.3
May 28°C / 82°F 23.9° / 32.2° 150.0
Jun 28.8°C / 84°F 24.5° / 33.1° 92.2
Jul 29.2°C / 85°F 24.9° / 33.5° 74.9
Aug 29.2°C / 85°F 24.9° / 33.5° 91.1
Sep 28.9°C / 84°F 24.6° / 33.2° 138.9
Oct 28.4°C / 83°F 24.3° / 32.4° 157.8
Nov 27.6°C / 82°F 23.9° / 31.3° 121.9
Dec 26.6°C / 80°F 22.9° / 30.4° 85.0
Bethel Town has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 171 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 91.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 958 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.6°F
40% above Jamaica avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days171 days/yr

Geography

Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Area245.4 sq mi (635.5 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates18.2950°N, 77.9511°W
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 91.8"
142% above Jamaica avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 13.23"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

96 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M0.0 on Aug 16, 2024.

May 25, 1992 56 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M6.8 147 km
Feb 4, 2007 108 km NNW of Lucea, Jamaica M6.2 134 km
Aug 26, 1990 58 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M5.5 144 km
Jan 13, 1993 3 km N of Easington, Jamaica M5.5 149 km
Sep 15, 2011 65 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M5.2 141 km
Jun 13, 2005 8 km E of Ulster Spring, Jamaica M5.2 54 km
Jul 24, 2020 81 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M5.1 133 km
Jan 29, 2020 114 km NNW of Lucea, Jamaica M4.9 142 km
May 25, 1992 59 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M4.8 140 km
May 16, 2011 15 km SSW of Black River, Jamaica M4.7 43 km
May 25, 1992 66 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M4.7 135 km
Oct 9, 1996 90 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M4.7 122 km
Sep 19, 2004 64 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M4.7 144 km
Jan 3, 2004 64 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M4.6 142 km
Nov 9, 2017 75 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M4.5 140 km
Apr 14, 1993 75 km SSW of Negril, Jamaica M4.5 106 km
Aug 16, 2024 7 km NNE of Stony Hill, Jamaica M4.5 127 km
Feb 7, 2000 27 km SSW of Bluefields, Jamaica M4.4 44 km
May 25, 1992 70 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M4.4 131 km
Jul 2, 1996 60 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M4.4 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Melissa Category 5 12 km
2024 Beryl Category 4 66 km
2024 Rafael Category 1 181 km
2020 Delta Category 1 272 km
2012 Sandy Category 3 148 km
2010 Tomas Category 1 292 km
2008 Paloma Category 4 230 km
2008 Gustav Category 1 143 km
2007 Dean Category 4 90 km
2005 Emily Category 5 194 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 152 km
2004 Ivan Category 5 81 km
2004 Charley Category 1 96 km
2002 Lili Category 1 226 km
2001 Iris Category 1 100 km
1999 Lenny Category 1 264 km
1998 Mitch Category 4 274 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 43 km
1980 Allen Category 4 101 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 3,000 143 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.6 in Driest
February 73°F (23°C) 2.9 in Coldest
March 74°F (23°C) 3.9 in
April 75°F (24°C) 7.5 in
May 77°F (25°C) 13.2 in Wettest
June 77°F (25°C) 9.6 in
July 78°F (25°C) 9.1 in
August 78°F (26°C) 10.8 in Warmest
September 78°F (25°C) 11.4 in
October 77°F (25°C) 13.0 in
November 76°F (24°C) 5.1 in
December 74°F (23°C) 2.7 in

Bethel Town has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 73°F in February to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 91.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (13.2") and January the driest (2.6").

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Radio Stations near Bethel Town

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Mello Radio 88 FM dancehall, reggae AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Bethel Town

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Flagstaff Heritage Center
German Town Imigration Museum
Hanover Museum
Institute of Jamaica Museum
Montego Bay Cultural Center

Libraries in Bethel Town

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Westmoreland Parish Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bethel Town

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Barrett Town Craft Market
Charles Gordon Market
Harbour Street Market
Montego Bay Market

Stadiums & Teams in Bethel Town

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Bethel Town

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sangster International AirportMBJLarge Airport
Braco AirfieldSmall Airport
Kirkvine AirstripSmall Airport
Lionel Densham AerodromeSmall Airport
Mafoota AirstripSmall Airport
Nain AirstripSmall Airport
Negril AirportNEGSmall Airport
Puerto Seco AirstripSmall Airport
Silent Hill AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bethel Town

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Jamaica

🇯🇲 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 Bethel Town

What is the population of Bethel Town?

Bethel Town has a population of 3,053 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 245.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bethel Town?

Bethel Town 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 171 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.8 inches.

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