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Maroon Town, Jamaica
Saint James Parish · Jamaica
Maroon Town is a small town in Saint James Parish, Jamaica with a population of 3,085. Elevation: 1,447 ft (441 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Maroon Town
Maroon Town is a settlement in Jamaica. It has a population of 3122 as of 2009.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,085 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,447 ft (441 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.3446°, -77.7954° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | Saint James Parish |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.0 inches (1,726 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Maroon Town
Maroon Town is a small town in Jamaica (Saint James Parish) with a population of 3,085. The city sits at an elevation of 1,447 feet (441 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 68.0 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Climate in Maroon Town
Maroon Town has an average annual temperature of 27.7°C (82°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.2°C), the coldest is Jan (26°C). Average annual precipitation is 1158 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.1°F |
| 43% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 213 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,447 ft (441 m) |
| Area | 245.4 sq mi (635.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.3446°N, 77.7954°W |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.8 m (6 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1692 | PORT ROYAL | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.8 m | 3,000 | 131 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 4.2 in |
Maroon Town has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 74°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 68.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.5") and February the driest (3.1").
Radio Stations near Maroon Town
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| GGFM 90.1 Discovery Bay | blues, discovery bay | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Mello Radio 88 FM | dancehall, reggae | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Maroon Town
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flagstaff Heritage Center | ||||
| German Town Imigration Museum | ||||
| Institute of Jamaica Museum | ||||
| Maidstone | ||||
| Montego Bay Cultural Center |
Farmers Markets in Maroon Town
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barrett Town Craft Market | |||||
| Charles Gordon Market | |||||
| Harbour Street Market | |||||
| Montego Bay Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Maroon Town
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Maroon Town
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sangster International Airport | MBJ | Large 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 |
| Negril Airport | NEG | Small Airport |
| Port Esquivel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Puerto Seco Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Silent Hill Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Worthy Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Jamaica
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What is the population of Maroon Town?
Maroon Town has a population of 3,085 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 245.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maroon Town?
Maroon Town 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 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.0 inches.