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Rocky Point, Jamaica

Clarendon · Jamaica

Rocky Point is a small town in Clarendon, Jamaica with a population of 3,152. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

3,152 Population 6/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
39.2 in Annual Rain
America / Jamaica Timezone

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About Rocky Point

Rocky Point is a settlement in Jamaica. It had a population of 3,183 as of 2009.

People

Population3,152
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Population3,152
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates17.7740°, -77.2611°
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica
Country🇯🇲 Jamaica
State / ProvinceClarendon
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation39.2 inches (995 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Rocky Point

Rocky Point is a small town in Jamaica (Clarendon) with a population of 3,152. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 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 39.2 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.

Rocky Point has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 265 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.8°F
48% above Jamaica avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area562.7 sq mi (1,457.4 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates17.7740°N, 77.2611°W
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.2"
3% above Jamaica avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.72"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

72 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M0.0 on Aug 16, 2024.

Jan 13, 1993 3 km N of Easington, Jamaica M5.5 75 km
Jun 13, 2005 8 km E of Ulster Spring, Jamaica M5.2 63 km
May 16, 2011 15 km SSW of Black River, Jamaica M4.7 71 km
Apr 15, 2023 Saint Thomas, Jamaica M4.6 82 km
Aug 10, 2002 9 km N of Trinity Ville, Jamaica M4.5 83 km
Aug 16, 2024 7 km NNE of Stony Hill, Jamaica M4.5 67 km
Feb 7, 2000 27 km SSW of Bluefields, Jamaica M4.4 89 km
Sep 22, 2023 9 km S of Buff Bay, Jamaica M4.4 77 km
May 6, 2011 7 km ENE of Mavis Bank, Jamaica M4.2 77 km
Dec 21, 2013 6 km W of Savanna-la-Mar, Jamaica M4.1 110 km
May 2, 2024 5 km ENE of Buff Bay, Jamaica M4.1 87 km
Aug 10, 2002 5 km WNW of Trinity Ville, Jamaica M4.1 77 km
Mar 3, 2018 5 km WSW of Hope Bay, Jamaica M4.0 82 km
Jun 14, 2020 8 km NNW of Buff Bay, Jamaica M4.0 85 km
Jun 18, 2024 2 km S of Maggotty, Jamaica M4.0 67 km
Jul 14, 2008 2 km SE of Constant Spring, Jamaica M3.9 59 km
May 27, 2004 14 km NE of Port Antonio, Jamaica M3.9 110 km
Feb 10, 2013 3 km W of Darliston, Jamaica M3.9 94 km
Feb 15, 1994 5 km SSW of Port Royal, Jamaica M3.9 43 km
Jun 3, 1995 4 km E of Stony Hill, Jamaica M3.8 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

17 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Melissa Category 5 78 km
2024 Beryl Category 4 40 km
2024 Rafael Category 1 273 km
2020 Delta Category 1 300 km
2012 Sandy Category 3 60 km
2010 Tomas Category 1 204 km
2008 Gustav Category 1 234 km
2007 Dean Category 4 65 km
2005 Emily Category 5 172 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 143 km
2004 Ivan Category 5 42 km
2004 Charley Category 1 90 km
2001 Iris Category 1 60 km
1999 Lenny Category 2 241 km
1998 Mitch Category 4 262 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 41 km
1980 Allen Category 4 110 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 1,000 147 km
1692 PORT ROYAL Eruption + Earthquake 1.8 m 3,000 60 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 1.1 in
March 78°F (26°C) 1.3 in
April 79°F (26°C) 1.9 in
May 81°F (27°C) 3.9 in
June 81°F (27°C) 4.1 in
July 82°F (28°C) 1.9 in
August 82°F (28°C) 4.2 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 5.9 in
October 80°F (27°C) 7.7 in Wettest
November 80°F (26°C) 3.7 in
December 78°F (26°C) 2.4 in

Rocky Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.7") and January the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Rocky Point

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Alpha Boys School Radio jazz, reggae MP3 128 kbps
Radio Jamaica 94FM news, talk MP3
baddajam MP3 320 kbps
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
Suncity 104.9 FM dancehall, hiphop MP3
Fame 95 FM adult contemporary, hiphop MP3
KLAS Sports Radio 89.5 Kingston espn, sport OGG
TBC Radio 88.5 FM religious, talk MP3
Fyah105 FM MP3 192 kbps
Omega KLAS Radio - God and Sports various MP3
Kool 97 FM alternative, pop MP3
Nationwide Radio 90 FM various AAC
UnityXM dancehall, reggae MP3 192 kbps

Farmers Markets in Rocky Point

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Absolute Wholesale & Meat Mart
Old Harbour Market
Old Harbour Market
Old Harbour Market

Airports Near Rocky Point

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Norman Manley International AirportKINLarge Airport
Sangster International AirportMBJLarge Airport
Ian Fleming International AirportOCJMedium Airport
Ken Jones AirportPOTMedium Airport
Tinson Pen AirportKTPMedium Airport
Braco AirfieldSmall Airport
Ewarton AirstripSmall Airport
Kirkvine AirstripSmall Airport
Lionel Densham AerodromeSmall Airport
Mafoota AirstripSmall Airport
Moneague Training Camp AirfieldSmall Airport
Nain AirstripSmall Airport
Port Esquivel AirstripSmall Airport
Puerto Seco AirstripSmall Airport
Silent Hill AirstripSmall Airport
Tulloch AirstripSmall Airport
Worthy Park AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Jamaica

🇯🇲 About Jamaica

Capital Kingston
Population 2,934,855
Area 10,991 km²
GDP (USD) $21,418,804,320
GDP per capita $7,542
HDI 0.709
Life expectancy 71.5 years
Internet users 89.5%
Urban population 58.5%
Currency JMD (Dollar)
Languages English, Jamaican Patois
Calling code +1
TLD .jm
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Jamaica

10 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Feb 18 Ash Wednesday Ash Wednesday
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 23 Labour Day Labour Day
Aug 1 Emancipation Day Emancipation Day
Aug 6 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 16 National Heroes Day National Heroes Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rocky Point

What is the population of Rocky Point?

Rocky Point has a population of 3,152 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 562.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rocky Point?

Rocky Point 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 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches.

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