Archive for Jamaican Weather
Rainy & Dry Seasons in Jamaica
In Jamaica we have Man rain, Woman rain, and Pickney rain. What exactly does this all mean to a non-Jamaican? It may mean cool temperatures in the hills and mountains ( December Christmas Breeze), van eating potholes (hurricane season/rainy season), brownish water from the taps( dry season), watery fruits and vegetables(rainy season) and a damn [...]
Gustav’s 30 plus Hours of Rainfall on Jamaica !!!!
The 7pm news report on television was just on, and I was left speechless after an update about Gustav’s devastation. The report revealed that almost 3,000 persons could be homeless tonight, and about 15 people are feared missing after houses crashed into a few rivers and gully banks. Water is every place with several bridges [...]
Gustav’s Fury!!!! 24 Hours of Rainfall & Winds
Last weekend we arrived home to Jamaica after being away for almost three weeks to witness flag waving and Olympic Medal celebrations all over Kingston. It was a fantastic feeling to arrive and see people in such happy spirits. Then the news of Gustav, the tropical storm came early this week. This depression was not [...]
A Jamaican Day; Plus Hurriance Advice
I awoke this morning thinking, “Oh boy, what will I share with my readers today” as I vowed to never write the, “and I scratched my head this morning” post. I keep reminding myself that people considering moving to Jamaica, need good solid advice on what to do, and advice on what life would be [...]
More on Hurricanes in Jamaica > Dean 2007
I realized after the last post, that I should have expanded more on hurricane season, as it could be an issue if one is unprepared. The following comment was posted after the last hurricane information blog post: “Good to be prepared for hurricanes, as the season comes every year. Add to the list a wind-up [...]
