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Charlestown, Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Paul Charlestown · Saint Kitts and Nevis
Charlestown is a small town in Saint Paul Charlestown, Saint Kitts and Nevis with a population of 1,538. Elevation: 151 ft (46 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Charlestown
Charlestown is the capital of the island of Nevis in the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis in the Leeward Islands of the West Indies. Charlestown is situated on the leeward side of the island of Nevis near the southern end of Pinney's Beach.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,538 |
| Population Density | 615 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.1333°, -62.6167° |
| Timezone | America/St_Kitts |
| Country | 🇰🇳 Saint Kitts and Nevis |
| State / Province | Saint Paul Charlestown |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.5 inches (1,360 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Charlestown
Charlestown is a small town in Saint Kitts and Nevis (Saint Paul Charlestown) with a population of 1,538. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet (46 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.5 inches. The timezone is America/St_Kitts.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.3°F |
| 45% above Saint Kitts and Nevis avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 239 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 615/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.1333°N, 62.6167°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 | — | 65 km |
| 1997 | WHITE RIVER VALLEY | Explosion | 3.0 m | — | 65 km |
| 1999 | SOUFRIERE HILLS VOLCANO | Astronomical | 2.0 m | — | 65 km |
| 1843 | POINTE-A-PITRE | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 5,000 | 83 km |
| 2006 | SOUFRIERE HILLS VOLCANO | Astronomical | 1.0 m | — | 65 km |
| 1985 | GUADELOUPE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 22 km |
| 1690 | ANTIGUA; SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS | Earthquake | — | — | 125 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nevis Peak (4 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nevis Peak | Stratovolcano | 985 m (3,232 ft) | Unknown | 4 km |
| Liamuiga | Stratovolcano | 1,156 m (3,793 ft) | 160 | 33 km |
| Quill, The | Stratovolcano | 601 m (1,972 ft) | 250 | 53 km |
| Soufriere Hills | Stratovolcano | 915 m (3,002 ft) | 2013 | 65 km |
| Saba | Stratovolcano | 887 m (2,910 ft) | 1640 | 85 km |
| Soufriere Guadeloupe | Stratovolcano | 1,467 m (4,813 ft) | 1977 | 158 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 6.0 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in |
Charlestown has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.5") and February the driest (2.3").
Schools in Charlestown
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlestown Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nevis Academy | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Charlestown
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 Charlestown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum of Nevis History | ||||
| Museum of Nevis History | ||||
| Museum of Nevis History | ||||
| National Museum | ||||
| Nevis Sports Museum |
Libraries in Charlestown
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandy Point Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Charlestown
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amory's Mall | |||||
| Gingerland Public Market | |||||
| Grace Green Produce | |||||
| Old Fish Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Sandy Point Market |
Hotels in Charlestown
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Charlestown
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Charlestown
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Charlestown
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Charlestown
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Charlestown
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Charlestown
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Charlestown
7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Charlestown
4 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Charlestown
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Charlestown
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Charlestown
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| John A. Osborne Airport | MNI | Large Airport |
| Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport | SKB | Large Airport |
| F. D. Roosevelt Airport | EUX | Medium Airport |
| Juancho E. Yrausquin Airport | SAB | Medium Airport |
| Vance W. Amory International Airport | NEV | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Charlestown
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Nevis Postal Services |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Charlestown
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Charlestown Methodist Church | |
| Church of Christ | |
| Emmets Chapel | |
| Kingdom Hall | |
| Muslim Worship Temple | |
| New Testament Church of God | |
| Prince of Peace Tabernacle | |
| Seventh-Day Adventist Church Charlestown | |
| Shiloh Baptist Church | |
| Spanish Pentecostal Church | |
| St. Paul's Anglican Church | |
| St. Theresa Roman Catholic Church | |
| Taylor Memorial Wesleyan Holiness Church | |
| The New Beginning | |
| United Penticoastal /church |
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What is the population of Charlestown?
Charlestown has a population of 1,538 residents and is located in Saint Kitts and Nevis. The population density is 615 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Charlestown?
Charlestown 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 81°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.5 inches.