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Wakefield, Jamaica
Trelawny Parish · Jamaica
Wakefield is a small town in Trelawny Parish, Jamaica with a population of 2,763. Elevation: 308 ft (94 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wakefield
Wakefield is a cathedral city in West Yorkshire, England located on the River Calder. The city had a population of 109,766 in the 2021 census, up from 99,251 in the 2011 census. The city is the administrative centre of the wider Metropolitan Borough of Wakefield, which had a 2024 population of 367,666, the 27th most populous district in England. It is part of the West Yorkshire Built-up Area and the Yorkshire and the Humber region.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,763 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 308 ft (94 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.4121°, -77.7218° |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
| Country | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
| State / Province | Trelawny Parish |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.0 inches (1,726 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wakefield
Wakefield is a small town in Jamaica (Trelawny Parish) with a population of 2,763. The city sits at an elevation of 308 feet (94 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.0 inches. The timezone is America/Jamaica.
Climate in Wakefield
Wakefield has an average annual temperature of 27.7°C (82°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.2°C), the coldest is Jan (26°C). Average annual precipitation is 1158 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.1°F |
| 43% above Jamaica avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 213 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 308 ft (94 m) |
| Area | 295.1 sq mi (764.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.4121°N, 77.7218°W |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 128 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 4.2 in |
Wakefield has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 74°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 68.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.5") and February the driest (3.1").
Radio Stations near Wakefield
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 Wakefield
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flagstaff Heritage Center | ||||
| German Town Imigration Museum | ||||
| Institute of Jamaica Museum | ||||
| Montego Bay Cultural Center |
Libraries in Wakefield
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clark's Town Branch Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Wakefield
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barrett Town Craft Market | |||||
| Charles Gordon Market | |||||
| Harbour Street Market | |||||
| Montego Bay Market |
Hotels in Wakefield
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Wakefield
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Wakefield
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Wakefield
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sangster International Airport | MBJ | Large 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 Airport | NEG | 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 |
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What is the population of Wakefield?
Wakefield has a population of 2,763 residents and is located in Jamaica. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 295.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wakefield?
Wakefield has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.0 inches.