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Ulster Spring, Jamaica

Trelawny Parish · Jamaica

Ulster Spring is a small town in Trelawny Parish, Jamaica with a population of 1,411. Elevation: 1,457 ft (444 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,411 Population 5/sq mi density
1,457 ft Elevation 444 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
79.0 in Annual Rain
America / Jamaica Timezone

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About Ulster Spring

Ulster Spring is a settlement in Jamaica, in Cockpit Country. In 2009, its population was recorded as 1,376.

People

Population1,411
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain79.0 in/yr
Sunny Days193/yr
Elevation1,457 ft (444 m)
Population1,411
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation1,457 ft (444 m)
Coordinates18.3148°, -77.5207°
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica
Country🇯🇲 Jamaica
State / ProvinceTrelawny Parish
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation79.0 inches (2,006 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ulster Spring

Ulster Spring is a small town in Jamaica (Trelawny Parish) with a population of 1,411. The city sits at an elevation of 1,457 feet (444 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.0 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.

Ulster Spring has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 193 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 79.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,457 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.4°F
34% above Jamaica avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days193 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,457 ft (444 m)
Area295.1 sq mi (764.3 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates18.3148°N, 77.5207°W
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 79.0"
108% above Jamaica avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 12.44"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

104 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8.

May 25, 1992 56 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M6.8 149 km
Jan 13, 1993 3 km N of Easington, Jamaica M5.5 107 km
Aug 26, 1990 58 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M5.5 147 km
Jun 13, 2005 8 km E of Ulster Spring, Jamaica M5.2 8 km
Sep 15, 2011 65 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M5.2 146 km
Jul 24, 2020 81 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M5.1 143 km
May 25, 1992 59 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M4.8 140 km
Mar 10, 2012 100 km NNE of Oracabessa, Jamaica M4.8 149 km
May 16, 2011 15 km SSW of Black River, Jamaica M4.7 62 km
Oct 9, 1996 90 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M4.7 133 km
May 25, 1992 66 km SSW of Niquero, Cuba M4.7 137 km
Sep 19, 2004 64 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M4.7 149 km
Apr 15, 2023 Saint Thomas, Jamaica M4.6 117 km
Jan 3, 2004 64 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M4.6 147 km
Aug 16, 2024 7 km NNE of Stony Hill, Jamaica M4.5 83 km
Aug 10, 2002 9 km N of Trinity Ville, Jamaica M4.5 109 km
Nov 9, 2017 75 km SW of Niquero, Cuba M4.5 149 km
Apr 14, 1993 75 km SSW of Negril, Jamaica M4.5 145 km
Aug 31, 2011 63 km SW of Negril, Jamaica M4.4 136 km
Sep 22, 2023 9 km S of Buff Bay, Jamaica M4.4 94 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Melissa Category 5 28 km
2024 Beryl Category 4 91 km
2024 Rafael Category 1 222 km
2012 Sandy Category 3 108 km
2010 Tomas Category 1 251 km
2008 Paloma Category 4 249 km
2008 Gustav Category 1 185 km
2007 Dean Category 4 95 km
2005 Emily Category 5 219 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 117 km
2004 Ivan Category 5 102 km
2004 Charley Category 1 119 km
2002 Lili Category 1 261 km
2001 Iris Category 1 114 km
1999 Lenny Category 1 282 km
1998 Mitch Category 4 296 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 25 km
1980 Allen Category 4 78 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 1,000 141 km
1692 PORT ROYAL Eruption + Earthquake 1.8 m 3,000 104 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
February 70°F (21°C) 2.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 71°F (22°C) 3.6 in
April 72°F (22°C) 6.1 in
May 73°F (23°C) 10.2 in
June 74°F (23°C) 8.6 in
July 74°F (23°C) 5.6 in
August 75°F (24°C) 7.1 in Warmest
September 74°F (24°C) 9.5 in
October 74°F (23°C) 12.4 in Wettest
November 73°F (23°C) 5.9 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.8 in

Ulster Spring has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 70°F in February to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 79.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.4") and February the driest (2.7").

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Schools in Ulster Spring

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mardas All Age - - - -
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Radio Stations near Ulster Spring

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Fame 95 FM Jamaica - MP3
The Edge 105 FM - MP3 192 kbps
GGFM 90.1 Discovery Bay blues, discovery bay MP3 320 kbps
Mello Radio 88 FM dancehall, reggae AAC 64 kbps
NCU 91.1 FM various MP3

Museums in Ulster Spring

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bob Marley Mausoleum
Maidstone

Libraries in Ulster Spring

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Clark's Town Branch Library0.0
Stugre Town Branch Library0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Ulster Spring

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ulster Spring

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Norman Manley International AirportKINLarge Airport
Sangster International AirportMBJLarge Airport
Ian Fleming International AirportOCJMedium Airport
Tinson Pen AirportKTPMedium 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
Port Esquivel Airstrip-Small Airport
Puerto Seco Airstrip-Small Airport
Silent Hill Airstrip-Small Airport
Tulloch Airstrip-Small Airport
Worthy Park Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ulster Spring

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Baptist Church (1897)

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 Ulster Spring

What is the population of Ulster Spring?

Ulster Spring has a population of 1,411 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 295.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ulster Spring?

Ulster Spring has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 193 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.0 inches.

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