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Cayon, Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Mary Cayon · Saint Kitts and Nevis
Cayon is a small town in Saint Mary Cayon, Saint Kitts and Nevis with a population of 788. Elevation: 358 ft (109 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cayon
Cayon is a town on the northeast coast of Saint Kitts in the Caribbean. It is the capital of Saint Mary Cayon Parish. The estimated population in 2010 was 2,500.
People
Climate
| Population | 788 |
| Population Density | 315 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 358 ft (109 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.3500°, -62.7333° |
| Timezone | America/St_Kitts |
| Country | 🇰🇳 Saint Kitts and Nevis |
| State / Province | Saint Mary Cayon |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.9 inches (1,420 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cayon
Cayon is a small town in Saint Kitts and Nevis (Saint Mary Cayon) with a population of 788. The city sits at an elevation of 358 feet (109 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.9 inches. The timezone is America/St_Kitts.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.6°F |
| 42% above Saint Kitts and Nevis avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 235 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 358 ft (109 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 315/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.3500°N, 62.7333°W |
| Timezone | America/St_Kitts |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2003 | SOUFRIERE HILLS VOLCANO | Astronomical | 4.0 m | — | 91 km |
| 1997 | WHITE RIVER VALLEY | Explosion | 3.0 m | — | 92 km |
| 1999 | SOUFRIERE HILLS VOLCANO | Astronomical | 2.0 m | — | 91 km |
| 1843 | POINTE-A-PITRE | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 5,000 | 110 km |
| 2006 | SOUFRIERE HILLS VOLCANO | Astronomical | 1.0 m | — | 91 km |
| 1985 | GUADELOUPE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 48 km |
| 1690 | ANTIGUA; SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS | Earthquake | — | — | 132 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Liamuiga (7 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Liamuiga | Stratovolcano | 1,156 m (3,793 ft) | 160 | 7 km |
| Nevis Peak | Stratovolcano | 985 m (3,232 ft) | Unknown | 28 km |
| Quill, The | Stratovolcano | 601 m (1,972 ft) | 250 | 28 km |
| Saba | Stratovolcano | 887 m (2,910 ft) | 1640 | 61 km |
| Soufriere Hills | Stratovolcano | 915 m (3,002 ft) | 2013 | 92 km |
| Soufriere Guadeloupe | Stratovolcano | 1,467 m (4,813 ft) | 1977 | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 6.1 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 4.6 in |
Cayon has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 74°F in February to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.5") and February the driest (2.4").
Schools in Cayon
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayon High School | — | — | — | — |
| The Cayon Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cayon
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Vision Radio | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Praise 96.5 (US) | gospel | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Freedom 93.7 (US) | news, talk | AAC | |
| Praise 93.3 (US) | — | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Cayon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berkel's Family Museum | ||||
| Museum of Nevis History | ||||
| Museum of Nevis History | ||||
| Museum of Nevis History | ||||
| National Museum | ||||
| Nevis Sports Museum |
Libraries in Cayon
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandy Point Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cayon
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amory's Mall | |||||
| Gingerland Public Market | |||||
| Grace Green Produce | |||||
| Old Fish Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Sandy Point Market |
Restaurants in Cayon
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Cayon
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cayon
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cayon
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cayon
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cayon
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cayon
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| John A. Osborne Airport | MNI | Large Airport |
| Princess Juliana International Airport | SXM | Large Airport |
| Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport | SKB | Large Airport |
| F. D. Roosevelt Airport | EUX | Medium Airport |
| Juancho E. Yrausquin Airport | SAB | Medium Airport |
| St. Jean Airport | SBH | Medium Airport |
| Vance W. Amory International Airport | NEV | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cayon
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethesda Moravian Church | |
| Cayon Church of God | |
| Cayon Church of God of Prophecy | |
| Cayon Methodist Church | |
| Chapel of Rest | |
| Elim Chapel | |
| New Birth Gospel Tabernacle | |
| Phillipi Church of God Seventh Day | |
| Redeemed Baptist Church | |
| Seventh Day Adventist Church | |
| St Mary's Anglican Church |
Quick Facts
🇰🇳 About Saint Kitts and Nevis
Frequently Asked Questions About Cayon
What is the population of Cayon?
Cayon has a population of 788 residents and is located in Saint Kitts and Nevis. The population density is 315 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cayon?
Cayon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.9 inches.