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Frenchman’s Fort, Cayman Islands

Sister Island · Cayman Islands

Frenchman’s Fort is a small town in Sister Island, Cayman Islands with a population of 533. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

533 Population 30/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
48.0 in Annual Rain
America / Cayman Timezone

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People

Population533
Density30/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population533
Population Density30 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates19.6940°, -79.8791°
TimezoneAmerica/Cayman
Country🇰🇾 Cayman Islands
State / ProvinceSister Island
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation48.0 inches (1,218 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Frenchman’s Fort

Frenchman’s Fort is a small town in Cayman Islands (Sister Island) with a population of 533. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.0 inches. The timezone is America/Cayman.

Frenchman’s Fort has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above Cayman Islands avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area18.0 sq mi (46.5 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates19.6940°N, 79.8791°W
TimezoneAmerica/Cayman

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.0"
26% above Cayman Islands avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.28"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

44 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.7. Most recent: M0.0 on Apr 6, 2025.

Jan 28, 2020 123 km NNW of Lucea, Jamaica M7.7 122 km
Feb 4, 2007 108 km NNW of Lucea, Jamaica M6.2 147 km
Jan 28, 2020 55 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M6.1 123 km
Jan 19, 2010 46 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M5.9 124 km
Aug 26, 1991 45 km SSE of East End, Cayman Islands M5.8 133 km
Jun 27, 1992 66 km ESE of East End, Cayman Islands M5.6 110 km
Jan 28, 2020 40 km SSE of East End, Cayman Islands M5.4 134 km
Jan 28, 2020 34 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.9 129 km
Jan 29, 2020 114 km NNW of Lucea, Jamaica M4.9 132 km
Jan 30, 2020 43 km SSE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.7 141 km
Jan 28, 2020 138 km NW of Lucea, Jamaica M4.7 89 km
Mar 11, 2008 74 km ESE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.6 87 km
May 5, 2024 54 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.5 116 km
Jan 28, 2020 68 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.5 118 km
Jan 29, 2020 48 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.5 118 km
Jan 28, 2020 41 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.5 125 km
Mar 22, 2020 49 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.5 131 km
Jan 29, 2020 48 km SSE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.5 136 km
Jan 28, 2020 50 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.4 128 km
Jan 5, 2021 153 km E of East End, Cayman Islands M4.4 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

21 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Melissa Category 5 258 km
2024 Beryl Category 4 156 km
2024 Rafael Category 3 35 km
2022 Ian Category 1 287 km
2021 Grace Category 1 179 km
2020 Delta Category 3 296 km
2008 Paloma Category 4 16 km
2008 Gustav Category 4 56 km
2008 Ike Category 2 180 km
2007 Dean Category 4 233 km
2005 Emily Category 5 259 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 136 km
2004 Ivan Category 5 154 km
2004 Charley Category 2 102 km
2002 Lili Category 2 8 km
2002 Isidore Category 2 206 km
2001 Michelle Category 4 279 km
2001 Iris Category 2 255 km
1988 Gilbert Category 5 133 km
1981 Katrina Category 1 71 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2020 OFF SE COAST OF CUBA Earthquake 0.1 m 122 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 76°F (25°C) 1.3 in
March 78°F (26°C) 1.2 in
April 80°F (27°C) 2.4 in
May 82°F (28°C) 6.2 in
June 83°F (28°C) 7.3 in Wettest
July 84°F (29°C) 5.9 in Warmest
August 84°F (29°C) 5.9 in
September 83°F (28°C) 6.4 in
October 81°F (27°C) 6.9 in
November 79°F (26°C) 2.4 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in Driest

Frenchman’s Fort has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 76°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.3") and December the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Frenchman’s Fort

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Frenchman’s Fort

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Captain Charlie Kirkconnell’s Historic House
Cayman Brac Museum
Eldemire Historic House
Little Cayman Museum

Libraries in Frenchman’s Fort

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Public Library0.0

Hotels in Frenchman’s Fort

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carib Sands Beach Resort
Cayman Brac Beach Resort
Pia Hall

Restaurants in Frenchman’s Fort

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Asian House
Captain's Table
Star Island

Cafes in Frenchman’s Fort

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

I'll Be Back Cafe
Kabana Kai Cafe

Clinics in Frenchman’s Fort

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brac's Clinic

Gas Stations in Frenchman’s Fort

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rubis

Banks in Frenchman’s Fort

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cayman National Bank

Airports Near Frenchman’s Fort

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charles Kirkconnell International AirportCYBMedium Airport
Edward Bodden Little Cayman AirfieldLYBMedium Airport

Post Offices in Frenchman’s Fort

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
West End Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Frenchman’s Fort

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Crossroads United Church
West End Baptist Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Cayman

🇰🇾 About Cayman Islands

Capital George Town
Population 64,174
Area 262 km²
GDP (USD) $7,241,244,269
GDP per capita $99,144
HDI 0.900
Life expectancy 80.4 years
Urban population 100.0%
Currency KYD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +1345
TLD .ky
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Frenchman’s Fort

What is the population of Frenchman’s Fort?

Frenchman’s Fort has a population of 533 residents and is located in Cayman Islands. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 18.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Frenchman’s Fort?

Frenchman’s Fort has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.0 inches.

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