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Golden Grove, Jamaica
Saint Thomas Parish · Jamaica
Golden Grove is a small town in Saint Thomas Parish, Jamaica with a population of 3,058. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Golden Grove
Golden Grove is a settlement in the parish of Saint Thomas, southeastern Jamaica. Historically a sugar plantation, it had a population of 3,057 in 2009.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,058 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.9336°, -76.2725° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | Saint Thomas Parish |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.9 inches (1,852 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Golden Grove
Golden Grove is a small town in Jamaica (Saint Thomas Parish) with a population of 3,058. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.9 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.2°F |
| 45% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 348.4 sq mi (902.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.9336°N, 76.2725°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 | 82 km |
| 1692 | PORT ROYAL | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.8 m | 3,000 | 48 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 11.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 9.5 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 6.5 in |
Golden Grove has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 72.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.3") and March the driest (2.6").
Schools in Golden Grove
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Thomas Technical High School | - | - | - | - |
| Golden Grove Primary | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Golden Grove
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mellow FM | various | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Stylz FM | love, reggae | MP3 | |
| Newstalk 93 FM | various | MP3 192 kbps |
Libraries in Golden Grove
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amity Hall Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cheswick Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portland Parish Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Golden Grove
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Musgrave Craft & Farmers Market |
Banks in Golden Grove
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Golden Grove
7 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 |
| Hector’s River Agricultural Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tulloch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Golden Grove
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Anglican Church | |
| Hampton Court SDA Church | |
| Moses Baker |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Jamaica
10 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Golden Grove?
Golden Grove has a population of 3,058 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 348.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Golden Grove?
Golden Grove has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.9 inches.