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Gordon Town, Jamaica
Saint Andrew Parish · Jamaica
Gordon Town is a small town in Saint Andrew Parish, Jamaica with a population of 1,088. Elevation: 1,158 ft (353 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
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About Gordon Town
Gordon Town is a settlement in Saint Andrew Parish, Jamaica. It has a population of 1,067 as of 2009. Reggae musician Judah Eskender Tafari was born in Gordon Town, as was Henry Arthur Campbell (1873-1953), electrical engineer.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,088 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,158 ft (353 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.0358°, -76.7178° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | Saint Andrew Parish |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 71.6 inches (1,819 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gordon Town
Gordon Town is a small town in Jamaica (Saint Andrew Parish) with a population of 1,088. The city sits at an elevation of 1,158 feet (353 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.6 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Climate in Gordon Town
Gordon Town has an average annual temperature of 28.3°C (83°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.6°C), the coldest is Jan (27°C). Average annual precipitation is 860 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.9°F |
| 33% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 206 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,158 ft (353 m) |
| Area | 194.7 sq mi (504.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.0358°N, 76.7178°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 | 87 km |
| 1692 | PORT ROYAL | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.8 m | 3,000 | 26 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 7.6 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 7.6 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 8.9 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 6.1 in |
Gordon Town has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 69°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 71.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.7") and February the driest (3.2").
Radio Stations near Gordon Town
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 | |
| The Edge 105 FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Fame 95 FM Jamaica | — | MP3 | |
| KLAS Sports Radio 89.5 Kingston | espn, sport | OGG | |
| Fyah105 FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| TBC Radio 88.5 FM | religious, talk | MP3 | |
| Fame 95 FM | adult contemporary, hiphop | MP3 | |
| Mellow FM | various | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Stylz FM | love, reggae | 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 Gordon Town
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Marley museum | ||||
| Bob Marley museum | ||||
| Charles Town Museum and Safu (Asafu) Yard | ||||
| Liberty Hall, Marcus Garvey Museum | ||||
| Liberty Hall, Marcus Garvey Museum | ||||
| Money Museum | ||||
| Money Museum | ||||
| National Galery of Jamaica | ||||
| National Galery of Jamaica | ||||
| National Gallery of Jamaica | ||||
| National Gallery of Jamaica | ||||
| Natural History Museum of Jamaica | ||||
| Natural History Museum of Jamaica | ||||
| People's Museum of Craft & Technology | ||||
| Peter tosh museum | ||||
| Peter tosh museum | ||||
| Scott's Hall Maroon Museum | ||||
| Taino Hut (1965) | ||||
| Trench Town Culture Yard Museum | ||||
| Trench Town Culture Yard Museum | ||||
| White Marl Taino Midden and Museum |
Libraries in Gordon Town
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annotto By Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Buff Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Calvin Mckain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Calvin Mckain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Calvin Mckain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greater Portmore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Harbour View Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Harbour View Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Harbour View Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston and St Andrew Parish Library | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library of Jamaica | 0.0 | |||||
| Science and Engineering Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Spanish Town Parish Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UWI Medical Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gordon Town
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ackee Village | |||||
| Buff Bay Market | |||||
| Coronation Market | |||||
| Cross Roads Market | |||||
| Jubilee Market | |||||
| Mid Town Farmer's Market | |||||
| Oxford Mall | |||||
| Papine Market | |||||
| Papine Market | |||||
| Papine Market | |||||
| Red Rose Market | |||||
| Redemption Ground Arcade | |||||
| Sampars | |||||
| Sampars | |||||
| Sampars | |||||
| Spanish Town Market | |||||
| Spanish Town Market |
Hotels in Gordon Town
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gordon Town
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gordon Town
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Gordon Town
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Razz Breweries | ||||
| Red Stripe | ||||
| Red Stripe | ||||
| Red Stripe |
Stadiums & Teams in Gordon Town
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| National Stadium | ||
| Sabina Park |
Airports Near Gordon Town
12 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 |
| Ewarton Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hector’s River Agricultural Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Moneague Training Camp Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Port Esquivel Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto Seco Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tulloch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Worthy Park Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Gordon Town
8 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Medical Centre | ||
| Downtown Medical Centre | ||
| Duhaney Park Health Center | ||
| Duhaney Park Health Center | ||
| Heart Trust NTA | ||
| Heart Trust NTA | ||
| Medical Centre | ||
| Portmore Hospital Complex |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gordon Town
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of God of Prophecy Dublin Castle | |
| Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| St. Marin de Porres Catholic Church | |
| St. Mark's Anglican Church |
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What is the population of Gordon Town?
Gordon Town has a population of 1,088 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 194.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gordon Town?
Gordon Town has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.6 inches.