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Gayle, Jamaica

Saint Mary Parish · Jamaica

Gayle is a small town in Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica with a population of 3,305. Elevation: 860 ft (262 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

3,305 Population 11/sq mi density
860 ft Elevation 262 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
70.5 in Annual Rain
America / Jamaica Timezone

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About Gayle

Gayle is a settlement in Jamaica.

People

Population3,305
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain70.5 in/yr
Sunny Days208/yr
Elevation860 ft (262 m)
Population3,305
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation860 ft (262 m)
Coordinates18.3264°, -77.0097°
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica
Country🇯🇲 Jamaica
State / ProvinceSaint Mary Parish
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation70.5 inches (1,790 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Gayle

Gayle is a small town in Jamaica (Saint Mary Parish) with a population of 3,305. The city sits at an elevation of 860 feet (262 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.5 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.

Gayle has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 860 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average72.5°F
34% above Jamaica avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days208 days/yr

Geography

Elevation860 ft (262 m)
Area302.2 sq mi (782.6 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates18.3264°N, 77.0097°W
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.5"
85% above Jamaica avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 10.55"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

84 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M0.0 on Aug 16, 2024.

Jan 13, 1993 3 km N of Easington, Jamaica M5.5 61 km
Jun 13, 2005 8 km E of Ulster Spring, Jamaica M5.2 46 km
Mar 10, 2012 100 km NNE of Oracabessa, Jamaica M4.8 112 km
May 16, 2011 15 km SSW of Black River, Jamaica M4.7 107 km
Aug 1, 2003 Cuba region M4.7 130 km
Jul 24, 1992 72 km SSE of Bartolomé Masó, Cuba M4.7 147 km
Apr 15, 2023 Saint Thomas, Jamaica M4.6 71 km
Aug 16, 2024 7 km NNE of Stony Hill, Jamaica M4.5 34 km
Aug 10, 2002 9 km N of Trinity Ville, Jamaica M4.5 60 km
Feb 7, 2000 27 km SSW of Bluefields, Jamaica M4.4 123 km
Sep 22, 2023 9 km S of Buff Bay, Jamaica M4.4 43 km
May 25, 1992 61 km SSE of Niquero, Cuba M4.4 139 km
Jan 24, 2001 75 km NNE of Oracabessa, Jamaica M4.4 87 km
May 6, 2011 7 km ENE of Mavis Bank, Jamaica M4.2 52 km
Dec 21, 2013 6 km W of Savanna-la-Mar, Jamaica M4.1 126 km
May 2, 2024 5 km ENE of Buff Bay, Jamaica M4.1 42 km
Aug 10, 2002 5 km WNW of Trinity Ville, Jamaica M4.1 61 km
Jun 18, 2024 2 km S of Maggotty, Jamaica M4.0 83 km
Jun 14, 2020 8 km NNW of Buff Bay, Jamaica M4.0 35 km
Mar 3, 2018 5 km WSW of Hope Bay, Jamaica M4.0 45 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Melissa Category 5 54 km
2024 Beryl Category 4 106 km
2024 Rafael Category 1 273 km
2016 Matthew Category 4 286 km
2012 Sandy Category 3 54 km
2010 Tomas Category 1 204 km
2008 Paloma Category 4 277 km
2008 Gustav Category 1 237 km
2007 Dean Category 4 115 km
2005 Emily Category 5 239 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 77 km
2004 Ivan Category 5 104 km
2004 Charley Category 1 155 km
2001 Iris Category 1 114 km
1998 Georges Category 1 295 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 49 km
1980 Allen Category 4 43 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 90 km
1692 PORT ROYAL Eruption + Earthquake 1.8 m 3,000 67 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 2.9 in Driest
March 71°F (22°C) 3.0 in
April 72°F (22°C) 4.1 in
May 73°F (23°C) 7.8 in
June 74°F (23°C) 6.3 in
July 74°F (24°C) 4.2 in
August 75°F (24°C) 5.5 in Warmest
September 75°F (24°C) 7.1 in
October 74°F (23°C) 10.6 in Wettest
November 73°F (23°C) 8.0 in
December 71°F (22°C) 6.3 in

Gayle has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 70°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 70.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.6") and February the driest (2.9").

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Radio Stations near Gayle

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
GGFM 90.1 Discovery Bay blues, discovery bay MP3 320 kbps
The Edge 105 FM MP3 192 kbps
Fame 95 FM Jamaica MP3
Fyah105 FM MP3 192 kbps
TBC Radio 88.5 FM religious, talk MP3
KLAS Sports Radio 89.5 Kingston espn, sport OGG
Mellow FM various AAC 64 kbps
Fame 95 FM adult contemporary, hiphop 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 Gayle

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Firefly Estate, Noel Coward's House
Scott's Hall Maroon Museum

Libraries in Gayle

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Annotto By Library0.0
Bog Walk Library0.0
Port Maria Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Gayle

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Linstead Market
Olde Market
St Ann's Bay Market

Stadiums & Teams in Gayle

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gayle

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Norman Manley International AirportKINLarge Airport
Ian Fleming International AirportOCJMedium Airport
Ken Jones AirportPOTMedium Airport
Tinson Pen AirportKTPMedium Airport
Braco AirfieldSmall Airport
Eastern Banana Estates AirstripSmall Airport
Ewarton AirstripSmall Airport
Hector’s River Agricultural AirstripSmall Airport
Kirkvine AirstripSmall Airport
Lionel Densham AerodromeSmall Airport
Moneague Training Camp AirfieldSmall Airport
Nain AirstripSmall Airport
Port Esquivel AirstripSmall Airport
Puerto Seco AirstripSmall Airport
Silent Hill AirstripSmall Airport
Tulloch AirstripSmall Airport
Worthy Park AirstripSmall Airport

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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 Gayle

What is the population of Gayle?

Gayle has a population of 3,305 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 302.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gayle?

Gayle has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 208 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.5 inches.

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