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Point Hill, Jamaica
Saint Catherine Parish · Jamaica
Point Hill is a small city in Saint Catherine Parish, Jamaica with a population of 5,344. Elevation: 2,011 ft (613 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Point Hill
Point Hill is a settlement in Jamaica. It has a population of 5,766 as of 2009.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,344 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,011 ft (613 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.0899°, -77.1076° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | Saint Catherine Parish |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.0 inches (1,474 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Point Hill
Point Hill is a small city in Jamaica (Saint Catherine Parish) with a population of 5,344. The city sits at an elevation of 2,011 feet (613 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.0 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.9°F |
| 39% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 231 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,011 ft (613 m) |
| Area | 461.7 sq mi (1,195.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.0899°N, 77.1076°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 | 112 km |
| 1692 | PORT ROYAL | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.8 m | 3,000 | 54 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 6.6 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 5.7 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 6.9 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 6.1 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 4.1 in |
Point Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 72°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 58.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.8") and February the driest (2.0").
Schools in Point Hill
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitson Town All Age | - | - | - | - |
| Kitson Town Basic School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Point Hill
22 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 | |
| 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 Point Hill
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Marley Mausoleum | ||||
| People's Museum of Craft & Technology | ||||
| Taino Hut (1965) | ||||
| White Marl Taino Midden and Museum |
Libraries in Point Hill
| 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 Point Hill
| 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 Point Hill
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Point Hill
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 Point Hill
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Centre | ||
| Portmore Hospital Complex |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Point Hill
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kitson Town Baptist Church | |
| St. John's Parish Church (1699) |
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What is the population of Point Hill?
Point Hill has a population of 5,344 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 461.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Point Hill?
Point Hill has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.0 inches.