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
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About 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
Climate
| Population | 2,860 |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.0676°, -12.3116° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/St_Helena |
| Country | 🇸🇭 Saint Helena |
| State / Province | Tristan da Cunha |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.8 inches (1,977 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.6°F |
| 3% below Saint Helena avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 195 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.0676°N, 12.3116°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/St_Helena |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
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").
Schools in Edinburgh of the Seven Seas
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Edinburgh of the Seven Seas
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Edinburgh of the Seven Seas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longboat Museum | ||||
| Thatched House Museum |
Cafes in Edinburgh of the Seven Seas
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Edinburgh of the Seven Seas
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Edinburgh of the Seven Seas
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Post Offices in Edinburgh of the Seven Seas
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Post Office and Tourism Centre |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Edinburgh of the Seven Seas
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Gough and Inaccessible Islands | Natural | 1995 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Edinburgh of the Seven Seas
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Church | |
| St Mary's |
Quick Facts
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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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