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Hope Bay, Jamaica
Portland Parish · Jamaica
Hope Bay is a small town in Portland Parish, Jamaica with a population of 1,666. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About Hope Bay
Hope Bay is a settlement in Jamaica. It had a population of 1,646 as of 2009.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,666 |
| Population Density | 1,893 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.1988°, -76.5654° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | Portland Parish |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 78.6 inches (1,996 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Hope Bay
Hope Bay is a small town in Jamaica (Portland Parish) with a population of 1,666. The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet (50 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 78.6 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.8°F |
| 42% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 193 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,893/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.1988°N, 76.5654°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 | 63 km |
| 1692 | PORT ROYAL | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.8 m | 3,000 | 47 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 6.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.0 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.5 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 9.9 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 8.7 in |
Hope Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 74°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 78.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.7") and March the driest (3.2").
Radio Stations near Hope Bay
19 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 | |
| Suncity 104.9 FM | dancehall, hiphop | MP3 | |
| Stylz FM | love, reggae | MP3 | |
| Mellow FM | various | AAC 64 kbps | |
| TBC Radio 88.5 FM | religious, talk | MP3 | |
| Fyah105 FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| KLAS Sports Radio 89.5 Kingston | espn, sport | OGG | |
| Fame 95 FM | adult contemporary, 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 | |
| UnityXM | dancehall, reggae | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Hope Bay
| 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 | ||||
| Peter tosh museum | ||||
| Peter tosh museum | ||||
| Trench Town Culture Yard Museum | ||||
| Trench Town Culture Yard Museum |
Libraries in Hope Bay
| 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 | |||||
| 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 | |||||
| Portland Parish Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Science and Engineering Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UWI Medical Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Hope Bay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buff Bay Market | |||||
| Coronation Market | |||||
| Cross Roads Market | |||||
| Jubilee Market | |||||
| Mid Town Farmer's Market | |||||
| Musgrave Craft & Farmers Market | |||||
| Oxford Mall | |||||
| Papine Market | |||||
| Papine Market | |||||
| Papine Market | |||||
| Red Rose Market | |||||
| Redemption Ground Arcade |
Restaurants in Hope Bay
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Hope Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Razz Breweries |
Stadiums & Teams in Hope Bay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| National Stadium | ||
| Sabina Park |
Airports Near Hope Bay
11 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 |
| Tulloch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Worthy Park Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Hope Bay
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Medical Centre | ||
| Downtown Medical Centre | ||
| Heart Trust NTA | ||
| Heart Trust NTA |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hope Bay
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Beulah Temple Pentecostal Church |
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What is the population of Hope Bay?
Hope Bay has a population of 1,666 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 1,893 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hope Bay?
Hope Bay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 193 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 78.6 inches.