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Petersfield, Jamaica
Westmoreland · Jamaica
Petersfield is a small town in Westmoreland, Jamaica with a population of 2,255. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Petersfield
Petersfield is a market town and civil parish in the East Hampshire district of Hampshire, England. It is 15 miles (24 km) north of Portsmouth. The town has its own railway station on the Portsmouth Direct line, the mainline rail link connecting Portsmouth and London. Situated below the northern slopes of the South Downs, Petersfield lies wholly within the South Downs National Park.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,255 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.2616°, -78.0712° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | Westmoreland |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.5 inches (1,841 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Petersfield
Petersfield is a small town in Jamaica (Westmoreland) with a population of 2,255. The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet (50 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.5 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Climate in Petersfield
Petersfield 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 | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Area | 429.7 sq mi (1,112.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.2616°N, 78.0712°W |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2020 | OFF SE COAST OF CUBA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 148 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 5.5 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 9.6 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.6 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 10.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 2.6 in |
Petersfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 72.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.2") and January the driest (2.2").
Radio Stations near Petersfield
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mello Radio 88 FM | dancehall, reggae | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Petersfield
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| German Town Imigration Museum | ||||
| Hanover Museum | ||||
| Institute of Jamaica Museum | ||||
| Montego Bay Cultural Center |
Libraries in Petersfield
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westmoreland Parish Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Petersfield
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black River Farmer's Market | |||||
| Charles Gordon Market | |||||
| Harbour Street Market | |||||
| Montego Bay Market |
Gas Stations in Petersfield
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Petersfield
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Petersfield
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sangster International Airport | MBJ | Large Airport |
| Braco Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kirkvine Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lionel Densham Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Mafoota Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nain Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Negril Airport | NEG | Small Airport |
| Puerto Seco Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Silent Hill Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
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Quick Facts
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What is the population of Petersfield?
Petersfield has a population of 2,255 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 429.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Petersfield?
Petersfield has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.5 inches.