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Edinburgh of the Seven Seas, Saint Helena

Tristan da Cunha · Saint Helena

Edinburgh of the Seven Seas is a small town in Tristan da Cunha, Saint Helena with a population of 2,860. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,860 Population
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
77.8 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / St Helena Timezone

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About Edinburgh of the Seven Seas

Edinburgh of the Seven Seas

Edinburgh of the Seven Seas (ESS), known locally as The Village, is a small village and the only settlement on the remote island of Tristan da Cunha, a part of the British Overseas Territory of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha in the South Atlantic Ocean. It is one of the most remote permanent settlements in the world, lying 2,434 kilometres (1,512 mi) away from Jamestown, St. Helena, the nearest settlement to the village.

People

Population2,860

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
Rain77.8 in/yr
Sunny Days195/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population2,860
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-37.0676°, -12.3116°
TimezoneAtlantic/St_Helena
Country🇸🇭 Saint Helena
State / ProvinceTristan da Cunha
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation77.8 inches (1,977 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Edinburgh of the Seven Seas

Edinburgh of the Seven Seas is a small town in Saint Helena (Tristan da Cunha) with a population of 2,860. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.8 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/St_Helena.

Edinburgh of the Seven Seas experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 195 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 77.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below Saint Helena avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days195 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-37.0676°N, 12.3116°W
TimezoneAtlantic/St_Helena

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 77.8"
105% above Saint Helena avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 5.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M0.0 on Sep 29, 2013.

Jul 29, 2004 27 km S of Edinburgh of the Seven Seas, Saint Helena M4.8 27 km
Sep 29, 2013 96 km ESE of Edinburgh of the Seven Seas, Saint Helena M4.1 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tristan da Cunha (4 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tristan da Cunha Shield 2,060 m (6,759 ft) 1962 4 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (14°C) 5.5 in
February 58°F (15°C) 5.3 in Warmest, Driest
March 57°F (14°C) 6.5 in
April 55°F (13°C) 6.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 6.9 in
June 49°F (10°C) 6.9 in
July 48°F (9°C) 6.2 in
August 48°F (9°C) 6.9 in
September 48°F (9°C) 7.1 in Coldest, Wettest
October 50°F (10°C) 7.1 in
November 53°F (12°C) 6.3 in
December 55°F (13°C) 6.5 in

Edinburgh of the Seven Seas has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 48°F in September to 58°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 77.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.1") and February the driest (5.3").

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Schools in Edinburgh of the Seven Seas

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Mary's School
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Radio Stations near Edinburgh of the Seven Seas

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Edinburgh of the Seven Seas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Longboat Museum
Thatched House Museum

Cafes in Edinburgh of the Seven Seas

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café da Cunha

Gyms in Edinburgh of the Seven Seas

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GT Camp gym

Golf Courses in Edinburgh of the Seven Seas

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tristan da Cunha Golf Club

Post Offices in Edinburgh of the Seven Seas

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Post Office and Tourism Centre

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Edinburgh of the Seven Seas

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Gough and Inaccessible IslandsNatural1995

Churches & Religious Organizations in Edinburgh of the Seven Seas

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Joseph's Catholic Church
St Mary's

Quick Facts

Timezone
Atlantic/St_Helena

🇸🇭 About Saint Helena

Capital Jamestown
Population 7,460
Area 410 km²
HDI 0.800
Currency SHP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +2
TLD .sh
Driving side left

Volcanoes Near Edinburgh of the Seven Seas

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Tristan da Cunha Shield 2,060 m 1962

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Edinburgh of the Seven Seas

Gough and Inaccessible Islands
Natural · inscribed 1995
The site, located in the south Atlantic, is one of the least-disrupted island and marine ecosystems in the cool temperate zone. The spectacular cliffs of Gough and Inaccessible Islands, towering above the ocean, are free of introduced mammals and home to one o...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Edinburgh of the Seven Seas

What is the population of Edinburgh of the Seven Seas?

Edinburgh of the Seven Seas has a population of 2,860 residents and is located in Saint Helena..

What is the weather like in Edinburgh of the Seven Seas?

Edinburgh of the Seven Seas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 195 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.8 inches.

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