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Oracabessa, Jamaica
Saint Mary Parish · Jamaica
Oracabessa is a small town in Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica with a population of 4,100. Elevation: 138 ft (42 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About Oracabessa
Oracabessa is a small town in Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica
16 kilometres (10 mi) east of Ocho Rios. Its population is nearly 7,000. Lit in the afternoons by an apricot light that may have inspired its Spanish name, Oracabeza, or "Golden Head," Oracabessa's commercial district consists of a covered produce market and a few shops and bars. The main street is a narrow promenade with a number of well-maintained buildings in the early 20th-century Jamaican vernacular tradition.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,100 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.4032°, -76.9464° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | Saint Mary Parish |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 63.2 inches (1,605 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Oracabessa
Oracabessa is a small town in Jamaica (Saint Mary Parish) with a population of 4,100. The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet (42 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 63.2 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.6°F |
| 42% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 221 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Area | 320.6 sq mi (830.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.4032°N, 76.9464°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 | 80 km |
| 1692 | PORT ROYAL | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.8 m | 3,000 | 72 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 6.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 5.4 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 6.9 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 8.5 in |
Oracabessa has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 74°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 63.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.5") and March the driest (3.1").
Radio Stations near Oracabessa
23 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 | |
| Fyah105 FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| TBC Radio 88.5 FM | religious, talk | MP3 | |
| KLAS Sports Radio 89.5 Kingston | espn, sport | OGG | |
| Mellow FM | various | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Stylz FM | love, reggae | MP3 | |
| Fame 95 FM | adult contemporary, hiphop | MP3 | |
| Suncity 104.9 FM | dancehall, hiphop | MP3 | |
| 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 | |
| NCU 91.1 FM | various | MP3 | |
| UnityXM | dancehall, reggae | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Oracabessa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firefly Estate, Noel Coward's House | ||||
| Scott's Hall Maroon Museum |
Libraries in Oracabessa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annotto By Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Port Maria Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Oracabessa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olde Market |
Hotels in Oracabessa
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Oracabessa
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Oracabessa
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Oracabessa
16 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 |
| Eastern Banana Estates Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ewarton Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hector’s River Agricultural Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kirkvine 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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Oracabessa
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assemblies of Holiness | |
| Boscobel United Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Oracabessa?
Oracabessa has a population of 4,100 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 320.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Oracabessa?
Oracabessa 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 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.2 inches.