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Forest Parish, Guernsey

Forest · Guernsey

Forest Parish is a small town in Forest, Guernsey with a population of 1,624. Elevation: 335 ft (102 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,624 Population 647/sq mi density
335 ft Elevation 102 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
34.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Guernsey Timezone

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About Forest Parish

Forest Parish

St Peter's, known officially as Saint Pierre du Bois, is a parish in Guernsey. It is the centre for the Guernsey Western Parishes which includes Torteval, St Saviour's and the Forest.

People

Population1,624
Density647/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation335 ft (102 m)
Population1,624
Population Density647 / sq mi
Elevation335 ft (102 m)
Coordinates49.4298°, -2.6017°
TimezoneEurope/Guernsey
Country🇬🇬 Guernsey
State / ProvinceForest
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation34.1 inches (867 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Forest Parish

Forest Parish is a small town in Guernsey (Forest) with a population of 1,624. The city sits at an elevation of 335 feet (102 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Guernsey.

Forest Parish experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 274 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 335 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below Guernsey avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation335 ft (102 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density647/sq mi
Coordinates49.4298°N, 2.6017°W
TimezoneEurope/Guernsey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.1"
10% below Guernsey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.25"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

83 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M0.0 on May 19, 2019.

Apr 30, 1990 5 km SE of Saint Helier, Jersey M4.2 51 km
Jul 11, 2014 23 km W of Saint Helier, Jersey M3.9 34 km
Jul 11, 2002 3 km NW of Pluduno, France M3.8 100 km
Feb 25, 2015 30 km SW of Saint Helier, Jersey M3.7 50 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 106 km
Jul 26, 1993 5 km ESE of Villedieu-les-Poêles, France M3.5 126 km
Apr 22, 1995 6 km E of Binic, France M3.5 92 km
Dec 7, 1998 0 km SE of Cherrueix, France M3.4 113 km
Sep 17, 1994 33 km NE of Plouézec, France M3.4 57 km
Jun 22, 1997 13 km SSE of Saint Helier, Jersey M3.4 58 km
Jul 23, 2014 France M3.3 53 km
Sep 22, 1991 5 km ENE of Neulliac, France M3.3 145 km
Aug 29, 2001 5 km ENE of Saint-Lô, France M3.3 119 km
Jul 14, 1998 7 km NNE of Poullaouen, France M3.2 136 km
Feb 12, 1990 1 km N of Lanmeur, France M3.2 118 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 133 km
May 30, 2001 3 km SW of Quintin, France M3.2 119 km
Apr 28, 1998 3 km NE of Plouha, France M3.1 84 km
Apr 17, 1992 3 km SSE of Plounévez-Quintin, France M3.1 137 km
Jul 13, 2006 12 km N of Plounéour-Trez, France M3.1 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2011 PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND Avalanche 0.4 m 122 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 4.1 in
February 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in Coldest
March 46°F (8°C) 2.9 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in
June 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in
July 62°F (16°C) 1.6 in Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in Warmest
September 60°F (15°C) 2.7 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.6 in
November 50°F (10°C) 4.3 in Wettest
December 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in

Forest Parish has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 43°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Forest Parish

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Le Rondin School
Forest Primary School
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Radio Stations near Forest Parish

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hot Radio (GB) 00s, 2000s MP3 160 kbps
Riduna-radio.com country, local news MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Forest Parish

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
201 Squadron (RAF) Museum
Castle Cornet
Fort Grey Shipwreck Museum
German Naval Observation Tower MP3 - Torteval
German Naval Signals HQ
German Occupation Museum World War II
Guernsey Folk and Costume Museum
Guernsey Museum & Art Gallery
Guernsey underground military museum
Hauteville House
Royal Guernsey Light Infantry Museum
Royal Guernsey Militia Regimental Museum
Sark during WW2
The Story of Castle Cornet

Libraries in Forest Parish

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Guille-Allès Library0.0
Island Archives0.0
Priaulx Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Forest Parish

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Market Square

Hotels in Forest Parish

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge du Val
Happy Landings
Le Chêne Hotel
The Farmhouse Hotel
The Manor Hotel

Restaurants in Forest Parish

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge du Val
Bailiwick Bar & Kitchen
China China
Le Gouffre Cafe & Restaurant

Cafes in Forest Parish

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe 22
Mint Brasserie & Tea Room
Petit Bot Tea Rooms

Cinemas in Forest Parish

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Mallard Double Bill Cinema

Clinics in Forest Parish

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Neat Feet

Gas Stations in Forest Parish

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Co-operative En Route

Breweries in Forest Parish

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Little Big Brew Co.
Rocquette Cider
White Rock Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Forest Parish

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Forest Parish

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alderney AirportACIMedium Airport
Guernsey AirportGCIMedium Airport
Jersey AirportJERMedium Airport
Kerfot Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Forest Parish

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bethesda Baptist Church
New Life Church
Ste Marguerite, Forest Parish Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Guernsey
Area
6.2 km² (2.4 mi²)

🇬🇬 About Guernsey

Capital St Peter Port
Population 65,228
Area 78 km²
HDI 0.940
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English, French, Guernésiais
Calling code +44
TLD .gg
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Guernsey

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 9 Liberation Day Liberation Day
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day St. Stephen's Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Forest Parish

What is the population of Forest Parish?

Forest Parish has a population of 1,624 residents and is located in Guernsey. The population density is 647 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Forest Parish?

Forest Parish has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches.

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