Geography of Jamaica
Geography of Jamaica: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Jamaica
Grace Bay is 399 mi to the north-east, Dominican Republic is 452 mi to the east, Bahamas is 490 mi to the north and Nassau is 490 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 17°58′17″N 76°47′35.2″W (17.9714, -76.7931)
Quick facts about Jamaica
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 17°58′17″N 76°47′35.2″W (17.9714, -76.7931) |
| Capital | Kingston |
| Population | 2.800.000 |
| Area | 4.244 sq mi |
| ISO code | JM |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | JAM |
| Currency | Jamaican dollar (JMD) |
| Languages | English |
| Calling code | +1-876 |
| Time zone | America/Jamaica |
| Local time | 6:46 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, May, June, August and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Geography by beach in Jamaica
1 beaches mapped in this atlas
Summary
Jamaica is a country in North America. Jamaica is a country in North America with its capital at Kingston. It has a population of about 2.8 million. The capital is Kingston.
Right now it is 84°F (29°C) in Jamaica with mainly clear. It feels like 94°F. Today runs from 75°F to 93°F. Chance of precipitation is 79%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.5/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Jamaica is January, February, March, April, May, June, August and December. The climate is Mediterranean. September, October and November tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 91°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 70°F.
Nearby highlights include Seven Mile Beach.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 93°F is in line with the 91°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Jamaica today at 8.2/10. Gusts to 35 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Jamaica month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 86° | 71° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 85° | 70° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 86° | 71° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 87° | 72° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 89° | 74° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 89° | 76° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 91° | 76° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 91° | 77° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 91° | 76° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 88° | 76° | 7,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 86° | 73° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 85° | 72° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Jamaica?
Jamaica is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 17.9714, -76.7931. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Jamaica right now?
It is currently 84°F (29°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 71% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Jamaica?
January, February, March, April, May, June, August and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Jamaica, which has a Mediterranean climate. September, October and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Jamaica in?
Jamaica observes America/Jamaica (UTC-05:00). The local time is 6:46 AM.
How many people live in Jamaica?
Jamaica has a population of approximately 2.8 million.
What are the top things to do in Jamaica?
Popular options include Seven Mile Beach.
What places are in Jamaica?
Jamaica covers 1 places in this atlas, including Seven Mile Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 6:46 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
