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Falmouth, Jamaica
Trelawny Parish · Jamaica
Falmouth is a small city in Trelawny Parish, Jamaica with a population of 7,779. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Falmouth
Falmouth is the chief town and capital of the parish of Trelawny in Jamaica. It is situated on Jamaica's north coast 29Â km east of Montego Bay. It is noted for being one of the Caribbean's best-preserved Georgian towns.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,779 |
| Population Density | 26 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.4936°, -77.6559° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | Trelawny Parish |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.3 inches (1,557 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Falmouth
Falmouth is a small city in Jamaica (Trelawny Parish) with a population of 7,779. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.3 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Climate in Falmouth
Falmouth 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.3°F |
| 41% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 225 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 295.1 sq mi (764.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.4936°N, 77.6559°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 | 127 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 74°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 6.2 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 4.7 in |
Falmouth has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 74°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 61.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.7") and March the driest (3.0").
Schools in Falmouth
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Knibb High School | - | - | - | - |
| Holland High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Falmouth
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 Falmouth
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flagstaff Heritage Center |
Libraries in Falmouth
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clark's Town Branch Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Falmouth
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barrett Town Craft Market |
Hotels in Falmouth
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Falmouth
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Falmouth
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Falmouth
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Falmouth
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Falmouth
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Falmouth
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Falmouth
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 Falmouth
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St. Peters Anglican Church (1796) | |
| William Knibb Memorial Baptist Church (1944) |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Jamaica
10 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Falmouth
What is the population of Falmouth?
Falmouth has a population of 7,779 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 295.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Falmouth?
Falmouth has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.3 inches.