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Chapelton, Jamaica
Clarendon · Jamaica
Chapelton is a small town in Clarendon, Jamaica with a population of 4,514. Elevation: 889 ft (271 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
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About Chapelton
Chapelton is a market town in Clarendon Parish, Jamaica and the former parish capital.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,514 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 889 ft (271 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.0833°, -77.2667° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | Clarendon |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.6 inches (1,540 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chapelton
Chapelton is a small town in Jamaica (Clarendon) with a population of 4,514. The city sits at an elevation of 889 feet (271 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.6 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.7°F |
| 38% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 226 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 889 ft (271 m) |
| Area | 562.7 sq mi (1,457.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.0833°N, 77.2667°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 | 127 km |
| 1692 | PORT ROYAL | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.8 m | 3,000 | 68 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 74°F (24°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 6.2 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 7.3 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 4.0 in |
Chapelton has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 72°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 60.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.6") and February the driest (2.0").
Schools in Chapelton
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Hall Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Robert Bellarmine Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Robert Bellarmine Preparatory School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Chapelton
20 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 | |
| GGFM 90.1 Discovery Bay | blues, discovery bay | MP3 320 kbps | |
| The Edge 105 FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Fame 95 FM Jamaica | — | MP3 | |
| Suncity 104.9 FM | dancehall, hiphop | MP3 | |
| TBC Radio 88.5 FM | religious, talk | MP3 | |
| Fyah105 FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| KLAS Sports Radio 89.5 Kingston | espn, sport | OGG | |
| Fame 95 FM | adult contemporary, hiphop | MP3 | |
| Kool 97 FM | alternative, pop | MP3 | |
| Omega KLAS Radio - God and Sports | various | MP3 | |
| Nationwide Radio 90 FM | various | AAC | |
| NCU 91.1 FM | various | MP3 | |
| UnityXM | dancehall, reggae | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Chapelton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Marley Mausoleum |
Libraries in Chapelton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester Parish Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chapelton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Absolute Wholesale & Meat Mart | |||||
| Dormac's | |||||
| Linstead Market | |||||
| Mandeville Market | |||||
| Old Harbour Market | |||||
| Old Harbour Market | |||||
| Old Harbour Market | |||||
| Trading Place Ltd. |
Train Stations in Chapelton
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chapelton
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Norman Manley International Airport | KIN | Large Airport |
| Sangster International Airport | MBJ | 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 Chapelton
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church | |
| St. Pauls Anglican Church (1666) |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Jamaica
10 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Chapelton?
Chapelton has a population of 4,514 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 562.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chapelton?
Chapelton has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.6 inches.