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Frome, Jamaica

Westmoreland · Jamaica

Frome is a small town in Westmoreland, Jamaica with a population of 993. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

993 Population 2/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
72.5 in Annual Rain
America / Jamaica Timezone

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About Frome

Frome

Frome is a town and civil parish in Somerset, England, on uneven high ground at the eastern end of the Mendip Hills and on the River Frome, 13 miles (21 km) south of Bath. The population of the parish was 28,559 in 2021.

People

Population993
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain72.5 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population993
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates18.2941°, -78.1547°
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica
Country🇯🇲 Jamaica
State / ProvinceWestmoreland
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation72.5 inches (1,841 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Frome

Frome is a small town in Jamaica (Westmoreland) with a population of 993. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.5 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.

Climate in Frome

Frome 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
Frome has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.8°F
48% above Jamaica avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area429.7 sq mi (1,112.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates18.2941°N, 78.1547°W
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.5"
91% above Jamaica avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 10.20"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

76 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.7. Most recent: M0.0 on Aug 16, 2024.

Jan 28, 2020 123 km NNW of Lucea, Jamaica M7.7 140 km
May 25, 1992 56 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M6.8 150 km
Feb 4, 2007 108 km NNW of Lucea, Jamaica M6.2 126 km
Aug 26, 1990 58 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M5.5 147 km
Jun 13, 2005 8 km E of Ulster Spring, Jamaica M5.2 75 km
Sep 15, 2011 65 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M5.2 143 km
Jul 24, 2020 81 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M5.1 133 km
Jan 29, 2020 114 km NNW of Lucea, Jamaica M4.9 132 km
May 25, 1992 59 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M4.8 144 km
Aug 7, 2004 129 km WSW of Negril, Jamaica M4.8 149 km
May 16, 2011 15 km SSW of Black River, Jamaica M4.7 50 km
Oct 9, 1996 90 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M4.7 121 km
Sep 19, 2004 64 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M4.7 146 km
May 25, 1992 66 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M4.7 138 km
Jan 3, 2004 64 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M4.6 144 km
Apr 14, 1993 75 km SSW of Negril, Jamaica M4.5 90 km
Aug 16, 2024 7 km NNE of Stony Hill, Jamaica M4.5 148 km
Nov 9, 2017 75 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M4.5 139 km
Aug 31, 2011 63 km SW of Negril, Jamaica M4.4 79 km
Feb 7, 2000 27 km SSW of Bluefields, Jamaica M4.4 42 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Melissa Category 5 19 km
2024 Beryl Category 4 57 km
2024 Rafael Category 1 162 km
2020 Delta Category 1 257 km
2012 Sandy Category 3 167 km
2008 Paloma Category 4 219 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 124 km
2007 Dean Category 4 96 km
2005 Emily Category 5 186 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 166 km
2004 Ivan Category 5 71 km
2004 Charley Category 1 80 km
2002 Lili Category 1 210 km
2001 Iris Category 1 101 km
1999 Lenny Category 1 259 km
1998 Mitch Category 4 267 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 38 km
1980 Allen Category 4 102 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2020 OFF SE COAST OF CUBA Earthquake 0.1 m 140 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 2.5 in
March 78°F (26°C) 3.0 in
April 80°F (26°C) 5.5 in
May 81°F (27°C) 9.6 in
June 82°F (28°C) 8.0 in
July 82°F (28°C) 7.7 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 8.4 in
September 81°F (27°C) 8.6 in
October 81°F (27°C) 10.2 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 4.3 in
December 78°F (25°C) 2.6 in

Frome has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 72.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.2") and January the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Frome

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Little London Primary School
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Radio Stations near Frome

1 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Frome

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

Libraries in Frome

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Westmoreland Parish Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Frome

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

Gas Stations in Frome

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mic Mar Traders Service Station
Petcom

Stadiums & Teams in Frome

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Airports Near Frome

8 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
Silent Hill AirstripSmall Airport

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 Frome

What is the population of Frome?

Frome has a population of 993 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 429.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Frome?

Frome has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.5 inches.

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