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Freetown, Bahamas
South Eleuthera · Bahamas
Freetown is a small town in South Eleuthera, Bahamas with a population of 3,137. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About Freetown
Freetown is a parliamentary constituency represented in the House of Assembly of the Bahamas. It is located in the eastern part of the island of New Providence. The current Member of Parliament (MP) is Wayne Munroe.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,137 |
| Population Density | 39 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 24.7789°, -76.2771° |
| Timezone | America/Nassau |
| Country | 🇧🇸 Bahamas |
| State / Province | South Eleuthera |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.3 inches (997 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Freetown
Freetown is a small town in Bahamas (South Eleuthera) with a population of 3,137. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.3 inches. The timezone is America/Nassau.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.2°F |
| 43% above Bahamas avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 265 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 79.9 sq mi (207.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 39/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 24.7789°N, 76.2771°W |
| Timezone | America/Nassau |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 3.3 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in |
Freetown has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 71°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.5") and March the driest (1.1").
Schools in Freetown
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Island School | — | — | — | — |
| Green Castle Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Freetown
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Freetown
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Freetown
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Freetown
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Arthur's Town Airport | ATC | Medium Airport |
| Governor's Harbour Airport | GHB | Medium Airport |
| Normans Cay Airport | NMC | Medium Airport |
| North Eleuthera Airport | ELH | Medium Airport |
| Rock Sound International Airport | RSD | Medium Airport |
| Staniel Cay Airport | TYM | Medium Airport |
| Black Point Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Leaf Cay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sampson Cay Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Freetown
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Anglican Church | |
| Dixie Highway Church of God |
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What is the population of Freetown?
Freetown has a population of 3,137 residents and is located in Bahamas. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 79.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Freetown?
Freetown has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 71°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 39.3 inches.