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Siloah, Jamaica

St. Elizabeth · Jamaica

Siloah is a small town in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica with a population of 2,725. Elevation: 463 ft (141 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,725 Population 6/sq mi density
463 ft Elevation 141 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
85.1 in Annual Rain
America / Jamaica Timezone

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About Siloah

Siloah is a settlement in Jamaica whose existence dates to between the mid 1700s and the early 1800s. It has a population of 2,653 as of 2009. Siloah's economy revolves around the tourist attraction Appleton Sugar Estate, established in 1749, which produces sugar and rum. Their primary school was started in 1825 and the Black River, one of Jamaica's longest rivers runs through the Appleton property. Siloah is also home to West Indies wicket keeper Chadwick Walton.

People

Population2,725
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain85.1 in/yr
Sunny Days182/yr
Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Population2,725
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Coordinates18.1671°, -77.7035°
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica
Country🇯🇲 Jamaica
State / ProvinceSt. Elizabeth
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation85.1 inches (2,162 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Siloah

Siloah is a small town in Jamaica (St. Elizabeth) with a population of 2,725. The city sits at an elevation of 463 feet (141 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 85.1 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.

Siloah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 182 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 85.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 463 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average74.7°F
38% above Jamaica avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days182 days/yr

Geography

Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Area454.6 sq mi (1,177.3 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates18.1671°N, 77.7035°W
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 85.1"
124% above Jamaica avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 12.68"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

84 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5.

Jan 13, 1993 3 km N of Easington, Jamaica M5.5 121 km
Jun 13, 2005 8 km E of Ulster Spring, Jamaica M5.2 32 km
May 25, 1992 66 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M4.7 149 km
Oct 9, 1996 90 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M4.7 141 km
May 16, 2011 15 km SSW of Black River, Jamaica M4.7 37 km
Apr 15, 2023 Saint Thomas, Jamaica M4.6 131 km
Apr 14, 1993 75 km SSW of Negril, Jamaica M4.5 120 km
Aug 16, 2024 7 km NNE of Stony Hill, Jamaica M4.5 100 km
Aug 10, 2002 9 km N of Trinity Ville, Jamaica M4.5 125 km
Aug 31, 2011 63 km SW of Negril, Jamaica M4.4 112 km
May 25, 1992 70 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M4.4 147 km
Feb 7, 2000 27 km SSW of Bluefields, Jamaica M4.4 49 km
Sep 22, 2023 9 km S of Buff Bay, Jamaica M4.4 111 km
May 6, 2011 7 km ENE of Mavis Bank, Jamaica M4.2 117 km
Nov 10, 2017 81 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M4.1 150 km
Aug 10, 2002 5 km WNW of Trinity Ville, Jamaica M4.1 122 km
Dec 21, 2013 6 km W of Savanna-la-Mar, Jamaica M4.1 52 km
May 2, 2024 5 km ENE of Buff Bay, Jamaica M4.1 115 km
Mar 3, 2018 5 km WSW of Hope Bay, Jamaica M4.0 115 km
Jun 18, 2024 2 km S of Maggotty, Jamaica M4.0 8 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Melissa Category 5 32 km
2024 Beryl Category 4 75 km
2024 Rafael Category 1 211 km
2020 Delta Category 1 283 km
2012 Sandy Category 3 118 km
2010 Tomas Category 1 262 km
2008 Paloma Category 4 254 km
2008 Gustav Category 1 173 km
2007 Dean Category 4 75 km
2005 Emily Category 5 194 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 142 km
2004 Ivan Category 5 81 km
2004 Charley Category 1 95 km
2002 Lili Category 1 255 km
2001 Iris Category 1 91 km
1999 Lenny Category 1 259 km
1998 Mitch Category 4 273 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 13 km
1980 Allen Category 4 103 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.8 m (6 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1692 PORT ROYAL Eruption + Earthquake 1.8 m 3,000 114 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 3.1 in
February 72°F (22°C) 2.9 in Coldest, Driest
March 73°F (23°C) 3.9 in
April 74°F (24°C) 7.1 in
May 76°F (24°C) 11.7 in
June 76°F (25°C) 8.5 in
July 77°F (25°C) 7.3 in
August 77°F (25°C) 9.0 in Warmest
September 77°F (25°C) 10.3 in
October 76°F (24°C) 12.7 in Wettest
November 75°F (24°C) 5.5 in
December 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in

Siloah has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 72°F in February to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 85.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.7") and February the driest (2.9").

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Radio Stations near Siloah

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
GGFM 90.1 Discovery Bay blues, discovery bay MP3 320 kbps
Mello Radio 88 FM dancehall, reggae AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Siloah

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Flagstaff Heritage Center
German Town Imigration Museum
Maidstone

Libraries in Siloah

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Manchester Parish Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Siloah

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Absolute Wholesale & Meat Mart
Black River Farmer's Market
Dormac's
Mandeville Market
Trading Place Ltd.

Airports Near Siloah

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sangster International AirportMBJLarge Airport
Ian Fleming International AirportOCJMedium Airport
Braco Airfield-Small Airport
Ewarton Airstrip-Small Airport
Kirkvine Airstrip-Small Airport
Lionel Densham Aerodrome-Small Airport
Mafoota Airstrip-Small Airport
Moneague Training Camp Airfield-Small Airport
Nain Airstrip-Small Airport
Negril AirportNEGSmall 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

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 Siloah

What is the population of Siloah?

Siloah has a population of 2,725 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 454.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Siloah?

Siloah 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 182 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.1 inches.

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