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Old Harbour Bay, Jamaica
Saint Catherine Parish · Jamaica
Old Harbour Bay is a small city in Saint Catherine Parish, Jamaica with a population of 7,912. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Old Harbour Bay
Old Harbour Bay is a settlement in Jamaica. It has a population of 8,537 as of 2009.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,912 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.9092°, -77.0972° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | Saint Catherine Parish |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.7 inches (1,034 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Old Harbour Bay
Old Harbour Bay is a small city in Jamaica (Saint Catherine Parish) with a population of 7,912. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 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 40.7 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Climate in Old Harbour Bay
Old Harbour Bay has an average annual temperature of 28.3°C (83°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.6°C), the coldest is Jan (27°C). Average annual precipitation is 860 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.1°F |
| 46% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 461.7 sq mi (1,195.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.9092°N, 77.0972°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 | 124 km |
| 1692 | PORT ROYAL | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.8 m | 3,000 | 44 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 2.8 in |
Old Harbour Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.2") and February the driest (1.3").
Schools in Old Harbour Bay
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Harbour Bay Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Old Harbour Bay
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 | |
| baddajam | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| 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 | |
| Fame 95 FM Jamaica | — | MP3 | |
| KLAS Sports Radio 89.5 Kingston | espn, sport | OGG | |
| Fame 95 FM | adult contemporary, hiphop | MP3 | |
| Suncity 104.9 FM | dancehall, hiphop | MP3 | |
| Fyah105 FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| TBC Radio 88.5 FM | religious, talk | MP3 | |
| Mellow FM | various | AAC 64 kbps | |
| 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 Old Harbour Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| People's Museum of Craft & Technology | ||||
| Taino Hut (1965) | ||||
| White Marl Taino Midden and Museum |
Libraries in Old Harbour Bay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bog Walk Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greater Portmore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Spanish Town Parish Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Old Harbour Bay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ackee Village | |||||
| Linstead Market | |||||
| Old Harbour Market | |||||
| Old Harbour Market | |||||
| Old Harbour Market | |||||
| Spanish Town Market | |||||
| Spanish Town Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Old Harbour Bay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Old Harbour Bay
15 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 |
| Braco Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ewarton Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kirkvine Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lionel Densham Aerodrome | — | 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 |
Treatment Centers in Old Harbour Bay
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Centre | ||
| Portmore Hospital Complex |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Old Harbour Bay
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Old Harbour Bay Baptist Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Old Harbour Bay?
Old Harbour Bay has a population of 7,912 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 461.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Old Harbour Bay?
Old Harbour Bay 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 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches.