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Cockburn Town, Bahamas
San Salvador · Bahamas
Cockburn Town is a small town in San Salvador, Bahamas with a population of 831. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cockburn Town
Cockburn Town is the capital of the Turks and Caicos Islands, spreading across most of Grand Turk Island. It was founded in 1681 by salt collectors.
People
Climate
| Population | 831 |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 24.0518°, -74.5314° |
| Timezone | America/Nassau |
| Country | 🇧🇸 Bahamas |
| State / Province | San Salvador |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.0 inches (991 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cockburn Town
Cockburn Town is a small town in Bahamas (San Salvador) with a population of 831. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is America/Nassau.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.0°F |
| 44% above Bahamas avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 265 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 24.0518°N, 74.5314°W |
| Timezone | America/Nassau |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 2.2 in |
Cockburn Town has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 72°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.5") and March the driest (1.5").
Colleges & Universities in Cockburn Town
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gerace Research Centre | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Cockburn Town
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Salvador School | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Cockburn Town
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Cockburn Town
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| San Salvador International Airport | ZSA | Large Airport |
| Stella Maris Airport | SML | Medium Airport |
| Rum Cay International Airport | RCY | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bahamas
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Cockburn Town?
Cockburn Town has a population of 831 residents and is located in Bahamas..
What is the weather like in Cockburn Town?
Cockburn Town has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches.