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Ocho Rios
City in Saint Ann, Jamaica
Overview
Ocho Rios is a lively coastal town on Jamaica's north shore known for its stunning beaches, lush rainforests, and famous waterfalls. It's a popular destination for both tourists and cruise ships, offering a mix of adventure, relaxation, and island culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Jamaica
Parish
Saint Ann
Population
16,671
Time Zone
America/Jamaica
Coordinates
18.41°, -77.10°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
70
Monthly Cost
$1,332
Local Cost
$870
Local Income
$600
Cashless
45
English
95
Temperature
26.7°C
Summer Avg
27.7°C
Winter Avg
25.4°C
Record High
31.4°C
Record Low
18.6°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1164 mm
Internet Speed
84 Mbps
Upload
47 Mbps
Latency
16 ms
City Vibrancy
11
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
5
Parks
4
Transport
10
Walk Score
10
Footways
19.0
Airport
OCJ
Distance
14 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 55 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 68/100.
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