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Jamaica, Mexico

Guanajuato · Mexico

Jamaica is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 1,196. Elevation: 6,453 ft (1,967 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,196 Population 2/sq mi density
6,453 ft Elevation 1,967 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
14.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Jamaica

Jamaica

The nations of Jamaica and Mexico established diplomatic relations in 1966. Both nations are members of the Association of Caribbean States, Community of Latin American and Caribbean States, Organization of American States and the United Nations.

People

Population1,196
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain14.7 in/yr
Sunny Days349/yr
Elevation6,453 ft (1,967 m)
Population1,196
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation6,453 ft (1,967 m)
Coordinates21.1436°, -100.7343°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuanajuato
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation14.7 inches (374 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Jamaica

Jamaica is a small town in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 1,196. The city sits at an elevation of 6,453 feet (1,967 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 38 business establishments.

Income: Jamaica vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)38

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Jamaica enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 349 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 14.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,453 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above Mexico avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days349 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,453 ft (1,967 m)
Area807.6 sq mi (2,091.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates21.1436°N, 100.7343°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.7"
61% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.25"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.1 on Jun 25, 2011.

Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 147 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 129 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 134 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 148 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 149 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 130 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 108 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 144 km
Jun 27, 2006 4 km ENE of Cuerámaro, Mexico M3.9 109 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 131 km
Jan 29, 1998 3 km ENE of Laguna de Vaquerías, Mexico M3.7 108 km
May 26, 2000 17 km W of Jacala, Mexico M3.6 144 km
May 15, 2000 9 km NW of Caltimacan, Mexico M3.5 148 km
Feb 14, 2000 5 km SSW of San Antonio Solís, Mexico M3.4 148 km
Jun 26, 2000 9 km ENE of Bella Vista del Río, Mexico M3.4 138 km
Apr 8, 1998 21 km SE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M3.3 147 km
Feb 17, 1993 10 km NNE of Arroyo Seco, Mexico M3.2 124 km
May 2, 1992 10 km WNW of Tarandacuao, Mexico M3.2 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gert (1993).

Year Name Category Closest
1993 Gert Category 1 253 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (179 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 179 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in
February 57°F (14°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in
April 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in
May 70°F (21°C) 1.5 in Warmest
June 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in
July 65°F (19°C) 4.3 in Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in
September 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.3 in
December 56°F (13°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Jamaica has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 56°F in December to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Jamaica

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO LOBO 88.3 (San José Iturbide) - 88.3 FM - XHSJI-FM - Grupo Radar - San José Iturbide, Guanajuato 88.3 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Cuenca de la Independencia derechos humanos, indigenous MP3
W RADIO 90.1 (San José Iturbide) - 90.1 FM - XHPSJI-FM - GlobalMedia - San Jose Iturbide, Guanajuato 90.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Jamaica

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
antigua carcelero
casa cuesta mascaras
Casa del Mayorazgo de la Canal
José Alfredo Jiménez
Museo Bicentenario
Museo Casa de Allende
Museo de la Indepencia
Museo de sitio
Museo Del Vino
Museo la Esquina
Other Face of Mexico Gallery

Libraries in Jamaica

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca Pública A.C.0.0
Biblioteca Pública Carmen Serdán0.0
Municipal Public Library Ignacio Ramírez0.0

Farmers Markets in Jamaica

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercadillo
Mercado de Artesanías
Mercado de San Juan de Dios
Mercado Hidalgo
Mercado Hidalgo
Mercado Ignacio Ramírez
Mercado Juárez
Mercado Plaza Guadalupe
Tianguis Martes & Domingos

Breweries in Jamaica

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cervezas Modelo en San Luis de la Paz

Stadiums & Teams in Jamaica

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Jamaica

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Guanajuato International AirportBJXLarge Airport
Querétaro Intercontinental AirportQROLarge Airport
Captain Rogelio Castillo National AirportCYWMedium Airport
Aeródromo de Campo CortésSmall Airport
Aeródromo de San Miguel de AllendeSmall Airport
Aeródromo del Rancho Medio SitioSmall Airport
Aeródromo El JagueySmall Airport
Aeródromo La RocaSmall Airport
Aeródromo SofíaSmall Airport
Estación Aérea Nº6 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Campo Militar 16-A Irapuato)Small Airport
La Begoña AirportSmall Airport
Quinta Palos AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El JaralitoSmall Airport
Rancho Santa Rosa AirstripSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Jamaica

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centro de Rehabilitación Integral de San Miguel de Allende

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jamaica

What is the population of Jamaica?

Jamaica has a population of 1,196 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 807.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jamaica?

Jamaica enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 349 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.7 inches.

How is the job market in Jamaica?

The job market in Jamaica is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 38 business establishments in the area.

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