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Buff Bay, Jamaica
Portland Parish · Jamaica
Buff Bay is a small town in Portland Parish, Jamaica with a population of 2,757. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Buff Bay
Buff Bay is a settlement in Portland, Jamaica. This settlement is adjoined by the districts of Windsor Castle and Hart Hill.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,757 |
| Population Density | 3,133 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.2329°, -76.6612° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | Portland Parish |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 78.6 inches (1,996 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buff Bay
Buff Bay is a small town in Jamaica (Portland Parish) with a population of 2,757. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 78.6 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.8°F |
| 42% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 193 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,133/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.2329°N, 76.6612°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 | 66 km |
| 1692 | PORT ROYAL | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.8 m | 3,000 | 48 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 6.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.0 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.5 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 9.9 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 8.7 in |
Buff Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 74°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 78.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.7") and March the driest (3.2").
Radio Stations near Buff 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 Buff Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Marley museum | ||||
| Bob Marley museum | ||||
| Charles Town Museum and Safu (Asafu) Yard | ||||
| Firefly Estate, Noel Coward's House | ||||
| Peter tosh museum | ||||
| Peter tosh museum | ||||
| Scott's Hall Maroon Museum | ||||
| Taino Hut (1965) | ||||
| White Marl Taino Midden and Museum |
Libraries in Buff Bay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annotto By Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Buff Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Calvin Mckain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Calvin Mckain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Calvin Mckain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston and St Andrew Parish Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Port Maria Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portland Parish Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Science and Engineering Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UWI Medical Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Buff Bay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ackee Village | |||||
| Buff Bay Market | |||||
| Cross Roads Market | |||||
| Mid Town Farmer's Market | |||||
| Musgrave Craft & Farmers Market | |||||
| Papine Market | |||||
| Papine Market | |||||
| Papine Market | |||||
| Sampars | |||||
| Sampars | |||||
| Sampars |
Clinics in Buff Bay
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Buff Bay
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Buff Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Stripe | ||||
| Red Stripe | ||||
| Red Stripe |
Stadiums & Teams in Buff Bay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| National Stadium |
Airports Near Buff Bay
12 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 |
| Eastern Banana Estates Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ewarton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hector’s River Agricultural Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Moneague Training Camp Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Port Esquivel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Puerto Seco Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tulloch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Worthy Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Buff Bay
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Buff Bay Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Buff Bay
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Duhaney Park Health Center | ||
| Duhaney Park Health Center | ||
| Heart Trust NTA | ||
| Heart Trust NTA |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Buff Bay
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Buff Bay United Church | |
| Calvary Holiness Church | |
| Church of God | |
| Church of Prophecy Buff Bay | |
| Emmanuel Gospel Hall | |
| Methodist Church | |
| Seventh Day Adventist | |
| Windsor Castle Baptist Church |
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What is the population of Buff Bay?
Buff Bay has a population of 2,757 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 3,133 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Buff Bay?
Buff Bay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 193 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 78.6 inches.