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Black River, Jamaica
St. Elizabeth · Jamaica
Black River is a small town in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica with a population of 4,229. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Black River
Black River is a coastal town in southwestern Jamaica. It is the parish capital of St Elizabeth and developed as a port around the mouth of the river of the same name. Today, the town is a centre of environmental tourism and a gateway to the Treasure Beach resort area. Treasure Beach and Crane Beach are to the south-east, with Luana Beach to the west.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,229 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.0264°, -77.8487° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | St. Elizabeth |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.1 inches (2,009 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Black River
Black River is a small town in Jamaica (St. Elizabeth) with a population of 4,229. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.1 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.2°F |
| 45% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 192 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 454.6 sq mi (1,177.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.0264°N, 77.8487°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 | 124 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 6.8 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 11.1 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 11.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 2.4 in |
Black River has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in February to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 79.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.5") and January the driest (2.2").
Schools in Black River
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crawford Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Black River High School | — | — | — | — |
| All American Institute of Medical Sciences | — | — | — | — |
| Black River Primary Infant School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church & School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Black River
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 Black River
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| German Town Imigration Museum | ||||
| Natural History Museum | ||||
| Natural History Museum |
Farmers Markets in Black River
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black River Farmer's Market |
Hotels in Black River
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Black River
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Black River
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Black River
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Black River
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Black River
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Black River
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Black River
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sangster International Airport | MBJ | Large Airport |
| Braco Airfield | — | 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 |
Post Offices in Black River
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Black River Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Black River
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Barnabas Anglican Church | |
| Black River Independent Baptist church | |
| Black River Methodist Church | |
| Heaven's Way Tabernacle | |
| St John Parish Church (1770) |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Jamaica
10 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Black River?
Black River has a population of 4,229 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 454.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Black River?
Black River has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 192 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.1 inches.