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May Pen, Jamaica
Clarendon · Jamaica
May Pen is a mid-size city in Clarendon, Jamaica with a population of 44,755. Elevation: 266 ft (81 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About May Pen
May Pen is the capital and largest town in the parish of Clarendon in Middlesex County, Jamaica. It is located on the Rio Minho river, and is a major market centre for the parish. The population was 61,548 at the 2011 census increasing from 59,550 in 2001, including the surrounding suburbs of Sandy Bay, Mineral Heights, Hazard, Palmers Cross, Denbigh, Race Track, and Four Paths among others. The town has a mayor.
People
Climate
| Population | 44,755 |
| Population Density | 80 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 266 ft (81 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.9645°, -77.2452° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | Clarendon |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.0 inches (1,092 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About May Pen
May Pen is a mid-size city in Jamaica (Clarendon) with a population of 44,755. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet (81 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.0 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Climate in May Pen
May Pen has an average annual temperature of 27.4°C (81°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.5°C), the coldest is Jan (25.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1085 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 266 ft (81 m) |
| Area | 562.7 sq mi (1,457.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 80/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.9645°N, 77.2452°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 | 132 km |
| 1692 | PORT ROYAL | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.8 m | 3,000 | 61 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 2.2 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 6.0 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 8.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 2.9 in |
May Pen has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.1") and February the driest (1.3").
Schools in May Pen
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mineral Heights Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Denbigh High School | - | - | - | - |
| Denbigh Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| May Pen Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| Four Paths Primary Junior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Central High School | - | - | - | - |
| Sevens Road Basic School | - | - | - | - |
| May Pen Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Glenmuir High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near May Pen
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 |
Libraries in May Pen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bog Walk Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in May Pen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Absolute Wholesale & Meat Mart | |||||
| Linstead Market | |||||
| Old Harbour Market | |||||
| Old Harbour Market | |||||
| Old Harbour Market |
Restaurants in May Pen
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in May Pen
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in May Pen
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in May Pen
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in May Pen
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in May Pen
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in May Pen
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near May Pen
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Norman Manley International Airport | KIN | Large Airport |
| Sangster International Airport | MBJ | Large Airport |
| Ian Fleming International Airport | OCJ | Medium Airport |
| Ken Jones Airport | POT | Medium Airport |
| Tinson Pen Airport | KTP | Medium 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 May Pen
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Four Paths Post Office | |
| May Pen Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in May Pen
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethel Open Bible Church | |
| Church Building | |
| Church of God | |
| Church of God and Christ Jesus Apostolic | |
| Church of God Open Bible | |
| Church of God World Fellowship | |
| Deeper Life Bible Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witness | |
| Mount Faith Deliverance Tabernacle | |
| New Testament Church of God | |
| Palmer's Cross Seventh Day Adventist Church | |
| St. Gabriel's Anglican Church | |
| St. Jude Thaddeus Golden Faith | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| The Jamaica Council Church of God | |
| United Church in Jamaica |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Jamaica
10 public holidays this year
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What is the population of May Pen?
May Pen has a population of 44,755 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 80 people per square mile, spread across 562.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in May Pen?
May Pen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.0 inches.