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Canaries, Saint Lucia
Anse-la-Raye · Saint Lucia
Canaries is a small town in Anse-la-Raye, Saint Lucia with a population of 1,862. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Canaries
Canaries is a populated place located on the West Coast of Saint Lucia in the Canaries Quarter. It is a small fishing village and it is nestled along the West Coast road, between the towns of Anse La Raye and Soufriere, and there are scenic views from both the Northern and Southern approaches.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,862 |
| Population Density | 61 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.9022°, -61.0646° |
| Timezone | America/St_Lucia |
| Country | 🇱🇨 Saint Lucia |
| State / Province | Anse-la-Raye |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 81.7 inches (2,074 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Canaries
Canaries is a small town in Saint Lucia (Anse-la-Raye) with a population of 1,862. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.7 inches. The timezone is America/St_Lucia.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.3°F |
| 45% above Saint Lucia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 188 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 30.5 sq mi (79.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 61/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.9022°N, 61.0646°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 | 103 km |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Astronomical | 4.0 m | — | 103 km |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Astronomical | 3.0 m | 1,500 | 103 km |
| 1902 | SOUFRIERE VOLCANO | Astronomical | 1.0 m | 1,680 | 65 km |
| 1902 | FORT-DE-FRANCE | Astronomical | 1.0 m | — | 78 km |
| 1902 | MARTINIQUE | Astronomical | 0.6 m | — | 73 km |
| 2021 | SOUFRIERE VOLCANO | Astronomical | 0.1 m | — | 65 km |
| 1839 | MARTINIQUE | Earthquake | — | 390 | 122 km |
| 1823 | SAINT PIERRE | Earthquake | — | — | 56 km |
| 1767 | MARTINIQUE & BARBADOS | Earthquake | — | — | 56 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Qualibou (8 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Qualibou | Caldera | 777 m (2,549 ft) | 1766 | 8 km |
| Soufriere St. Vincent | Stratovolcano | 1,220 m (4,003 ft) | 1979 | 65 km |
| Pelee | Stratovolcano | 1,394 m (4,573 ft) | 1932 | 101 km |
| Plat Pays, Morne | Stratovolcano | 940 m (3,084 ft) | 1270 | 153 km |
| Watt, Morne | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,224 m (4,016 ft) | 1997 | 158 km |
| Trois Pitons, Morne | Complex | 1,387 m (4,551 ft) | 920 | 166 km |
| Diablotins, Morne | Stratovolcano | 1,430 m (4,692 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
| Kick 'em Jenny | Submarine | -185 m (-607 ft) | 2017 | 189 km |
| Diables, Morne aux | Lava dome(s) | 861 m (2,825 ft) | Unknown | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 5.7 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 3.3 in | Driest |
| May | 80°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 9.4 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 11.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 10.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 6.8 in |
Canaries has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 76°F in February to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 81.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.5") and April the driest (3.3").
Schools in Canaries
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bouton Combied School | — | — | — | — |
| Canaries Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Canaries
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 Canaries
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folk Research Center | ||||
| Sessene Descartes House | ||||
| The Morne Museum |
Libraries in Canaries
| 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 | |||||
| Vieux-Fort Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Canaries
| 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 Canaries
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Canaries
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Canaries
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Canaries
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Canaries
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Argyle International Airport | SVD | Large Airport |
| 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 Canaries
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Canaries Seventh-day Adventist Church | |
| St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church | |
| W Belbyan Holiness Church |
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What is the population of Canaries?
Canaries has a population of 1,862 residents and is located in Saint Lucia. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 30.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Canaries?
Canaries has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 188 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.7 inches.