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Balata, Saint Lucia
Castries · Saint Lucia
Balata is a small town in Castries, Saint Lucia with a population of 1,812. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Balata
Balata ist eine Siedlung im Quarter (Distrikt) Castries im Zentrum des Inselstaates St. Lucia in der Karibik.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,812 |
| Population Density | 37 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.0140°, -60.9560° |
| Timezone | America/St_Lucia |
| Country | 🇱🇨 Saint Lucia |
| State / Province | Castries |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.0 inches (1,956 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balata
Balata is a small town in Saint Lucia (Castries) with a population of 1,812. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.0 inches. The timezone is America/St_Lucia.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.9°F |
| 48% above Saint Lucia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 196 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 49.2 sq mi (127.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 37/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.0140°N, 60.9560°W |
| Timezone | America/St_Lucia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
10 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Explosion | 5.0 m | 23 | 93 km |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Astronomical | 4.0 m | — | 93 km |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Astronomical | 3.0 m | 1,500 | 93 km |
| 1902 | SOUFRIERE VOLCANO | Astronomical | 1.0 m | 1,680 | 80 km |
| 1902 | FORT-DE-FRANCE | Astronomical | 1.0 m | — | 66 km |
| 1902 | MARTINIQUE | Astronomical | 0.6 m | — | 60 km |
| 2021 | SOUFRIERE VOLCANO | Astronomical | 0.1 m | — | 80 km |
| 1839 | MARTINIQUE | Earthquake | — | 390 | 106 km |
| 1823 | SAINT PIERRE | Earthquake | — | — | 43 km |
| 1767 | MARTINIQUE & BARBADOS | Earthquake | — | — | 43 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Qualibou (23 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Qualibou | Caldera | 777 m (2,549 ft) | 1766 | 23 km |
| Soufriere St. Vincent | Stratovolcano | 1,220 m (4,003 ft) | 1979 | 80 km |
| Pelee | Stratovolcano | 1,394 m (4,573 ft) | 1932 | 91 km |
| Plat Pays, Morne | Stratovolcano | 940 m (3,084 ft) | 1270 | 144 km |
| Watt, Morne | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,224 m (4,016 ft) | 1997 | 149 km |
| Trois Pitons, Morne | Complex | 1,387 m (4,551 ft) | 920 | 156 km |
| Diablotins, Morne | Stratovolcano | 1,430 m (4,692 ft) | Unknown | 172 km |
| Diables, Morne aux | Lava dome(s) | 861 m (2,825 ft) | Unknown | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.0 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 9.4 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 6.0 in |
Balata has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 77.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.1") and March the driest (3.1").
Schools in Balata
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Lucia School of Ballet & Modern Dance | — | — | — | — |
| Balata Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Happy Kids Pre-school | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Balata
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| rfi | — | MP3 32 kbps | |
| RelaxingJazz.com (BB) | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| BLAZIN 99.3FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RFI 102.1 FM | country, local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Fusion (MQ) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| REV-UP SLU | reggae, soca | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Balata
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folk Research Center | ||||
| Sessene Descartes House | ||||
| The Morne Museum |
Libraries in Balata
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anse la Raye Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Anse La Raye library/ict building | 0.0 | |||||
| Canaries Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Choiseul Administrative Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Choiseul Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Derek Walcott Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hunter J. Francois Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Monchy Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SOUFRIERE LIBRARY | 0.0 | |||||
| Ti Rocher Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balata
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castries Central Market | |||||
| Choiseul Fish Market | |||||
| Choiseul street market | |||||
| Fruits and vegetables market | |||||
| Marchand Market | |||||
| Rising Sun | |||||
| solay's place | |||||
| Soufrière Vegetables Market | |||||
| St Lucia's farmer market | |||||
| Ultimate Mart | |||||
| Vendors' Arcade |
Hotels in Balata
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Balata
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Balata
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Balata
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hewanorra International Airport | UVF | Large Airport |
| Martinique Aimé Césaire International Airport | FDF | Large Airport |
| George F. L. Charles Airport | SLU | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balata
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Distance Pentecostal Church |
Quick Facts
🇱🇨 About Saint Lucia
Frequently Asked Questions About Balata
What is the population of Balata?
Balata has a population of 1,812 residents and is located in Saint Lucia. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 49.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balata?
Balata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 196 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.0 inches.