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Kellits, Jamaica

Clarendon · Jamaica

Kellits is a small town in Clarendon, Jamaica with a population of 2,631. Elevation: 1,804 ft (550 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,631 Population 5/sq mi density
1,804 ft Elevation 550 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 21°C
75.6 in Annual Rain
America / Jamaica Timezone

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About Kellits

Kellits is a settlement in Jamaica. It has a population of 2,658 as of 2009.

People

Population2,631
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (21°C)
Rain75.6 in/yr
Sunny Days199/yr
Elevation1,804 ft (550 m)
Population2,631
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation1,804 ft (550 m)
Coordinates18.1728°, -77.2308°
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica
Country🇯🇲 Jamaica
State / ProvinceClarendon
Average Temperature71°F (21°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation75.6 inches (1,921 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kellits

Kellits is a small town in Jamaica (Clarendon) with a population of 2,631. The city sits at an elevation of 1,804 feet (550 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.6 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.

Kellits has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 199 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 75.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,804 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average70.6°F
31% above Jamaica avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days199 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,804 ft (550 m)
Area562.7 sq mi (1,457.4 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates18.1728°N, 77.2308°W
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 75.6"
99% above Jamaica avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 12.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.76"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

82 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5.

Jan 13, 1993 3 km N of Easington, Jamaica M5.5 73 km
Jun 13, 2005 8 km E of Ulster Spring, Jamaica M5.2 28 km
Mar 10, 2012 100 km NNE of Oracabessa, Jamaica M4.8 139 km
May 16, 2011 15 km SSW of Black River, Jamaica M4.7 78 km
Apr 15, 2023 Saint Thomas, Jamaica M4.6 83 km
Aug 10, 2002 9 km N of Trinity Ville, Jamaica M4.5 76 km
Aug 16, 2024 7 km NNE of Stony Hill, Jamaica M4.5 50 km
Sep 22, 2023 9 km S of Buff Bay, Jamaica M4.4 62 km
Feb 7, 2000 27 km SSW of Bluefields, Jamaica M4.4 95 km
Jan 24, 2001 75 km NNE of Oracabessa, Jamaica M4.4 114 km
May 25, 1992 61 km SSE of Niquero, Cuba M4.4 150 km
May 6, 2011 7 km ENE of Mavis Bank, Jamaica M4.2 68 km
Dec 21, 2013 6 km W of Savanna-la-Mar, Jamaica M4.1 102 km
Aug 10, 2002 5 km WNW of Trinity Ville, Jamaica M4.1 74 km
May 2, 2024 5 km ENE of Buff Bay, Jamaica M4.1 66 km
Jun 18, 2024 2 km S of Maggotty, Jamaica M4.0 57 km
Mar 3, 2018 5 km WSW of Hope Bay, Jamaica M4.0 65 km
Jun 14, 2020 8 km NNW of Buff Bay, Jamaica M4.0 60 km
Feb 15, 1994 5 km SSW of Port Royal, Jamaica M3.9 49 km
Jul 14, 2008 2 km SE of Constant Spring, Jamaica M3.9 51 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Melissa Category 5 62 km
2024 Beryl Category 4 80 km
2024 Rafael Category 1 256 km
2012 Sandy Category 3 73 km
2010 Tomas Category 1 217 km
2008 Paloma Category 4 279 km
2008 Gustav Category 1 219 km
2007 Dean Category 4 96 km
2005 Emily Category 5 213 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 105 km
2004 Ivan Category 5 86 km
2004 Charley Category 1 126 km
2002 Lili Category 1 296 km
2001 Iris Category 1 100 km
1999 Lenny Category 1 282 km
1998 Mitch Category 4 300 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 40 km
1980 Allen Category 4 68 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 1,000 118 km
1692 PORT ROYAL Eruption + Earthquake 1.8 m 3,000 70 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 4.4 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 69°F (20°C) 3.2 in
April 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in
May 71°F (22°C) 9.3 in
June 72°F (22°C) 7.6 in
July 72°F (22°C) 4.4 in
August 73°F (23°C) 5.9 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 8.4 in
October 72°F (22°C) 12.1 in Wettest
November 71°F (22°C) 7.3 in
December 69°F (20°C) 5.5 in

Kellits has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 68°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 75.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.1") and February the driest (2.8").

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Schools in Kellits

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
James Hill Primary - - - -
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Radio Stations near Kellits

20 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
Suncity 104.9 FM dancehall, hiphop MP3
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
Nationwide Radio 90 FM various AAC
NCU 91.1 FM various MP3
UnityXM dancehall, reggae MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Kellits

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bob Marley Mausoleum

Libraries in Kellits

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bog Walk Library0.0
Stugre Town Branch Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kellits

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Linstead Market
Old Harbour Market
Old Harbour Market
Old Harbour Market
Olde Market

Clinics in Kellits

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

James Hill health center

Gas Stations in Kellits

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cool Oasis Gas Station

Airports Near Kellits

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Norman Manley International AirportKINLarge Airport
Sangster International AirportMBJLarge Airport
Ian Fleming International AirportOCJMedium Airport
Ken Jones AirportPOTMedium Airport
Tinson Pen AirportKTPMedium Airport
Braco Airfield-Small Airport
Ewarton Airstrip-Small Airport
Kirkvine Airstrip-Small Airport
Lionel Densham Aerodrome-Small Airport
Mafoota Airstrip-Small Airport
Moneague Training Camp Airfield-Small Airport
Nain Airstrip-Small Airport
Port Esquivel Airstrip-Small Airport
Puerto Seco Airstrip-Small Airport
Silent Hill Airstrip-Small Airport
Tulloch Airstrip-Small Airport
Worthy Park Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Kellits

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Crofts Hill Post Office

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 Kellits

What is the population of Kellits?

Kellits has a population of 2,631 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 562.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kellits?

Kellits has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 199 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.6 inches.

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