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Richmond, Jamaica
Saint Mary Parish · Jamaica
Richmond is a small town in Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica with a population of 2,046. Elevation: 627 ft (191 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
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About Richmond
Richmond is a market town in Saint Mary parish, in the north-east of Jamaica.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,046 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 627 ft (191 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.2548°, -76.8880° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | Saint Mary Parish |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.7 inches (1,668 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Richmond
Richmond is a small town in Jamaica (Saint Mary Parish) with a population of 2,046. The city sits at an elevation of 627 feet (191 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 65.7 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.7°F |
| 38% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 217 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 627 ft (191 m) |
| Area | 320.6 sq mi (830.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.2548°N, 76.8880°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 | 83 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) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 2.9 in | Driest |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 6.5 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 3.8 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 6.1 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 8.6 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 7.0 in |
Richmond has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 72°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 65.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.7") and March the driest (2.9").
Schools in Richmond
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary High School | — | — | — | — |
| St Mary Technical High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Richmond
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 | |
| The Edge 105 FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Fame 95 FM Jamaica | — | MP3 | |
| KLAS Sports Radio 89.5 Kingston | espn, sport | OGG | |
| Fyah105 FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| TBC Radio 88.5 FM | religious, talk | MP3 | |
| Fame 95 FM | adult contemporary, hiphop | MP3 | |
| Mellow FM | various | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Stylz FM | love, reggae | 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 Richmond
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Marley museum | ||||
| Bob Marley museum | ||||
| Charles Town Museum and Safu (Asafu) Yard | ||||
| Firefly Estate, Noel Coward's House | ||||
| Peter tosh museum | ||||
| Peter tosh museum | ||||
| Scott's Hall Maroon Museum |
Libraries in Richmond
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annotto By Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bog Walk Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Buff Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Calvin Mckain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Calvin Mckain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Calvin Mckain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Port Maria Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Science and Engineering Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UWI Medical Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Richmond
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buff Bay Market | |||||
| Linstead Market | |||||
| Mid Town Farmer's Market | |||||
| Olde Market | |||||
| Papine Market | |||||
| Papine Market | |||||
| Papine Market |
Gas Stations in Richmond
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Richmond
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Richmond
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 |
Treatment Centers in Richmond
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Duhaney Park Health Center | ||
| Duhaney Park Health Center |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Jamaica
10 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Richmond?
Richmond has a population of 2,046 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 320.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Richmond?
Richmond 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 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.7 inches.