Georgetown, Saint Helena
Ascension · Saint Helena
Georgetown is a small town in Ascension, Saint Helena with a population of 479. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Georgetown
Georgetown is the capital and chief settlement of Ascension Island, in the British Overseas Territory of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, situated on the west coast of the island.
People
Climate
| Population | 479 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | -7.9286°, -14.4119° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/St_Helena |
| Country | 🇸🇭 Saint Helena |
| State / Province | Ascension |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 7.4 inches (187 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Georgetown
Georgetown is a small town in Saint Helena (Ascension) with a population of 479. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.4 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/St_Helena.
Climate in Georgetown
Georgetown has an average annual temperature of 25.9°C (79°F). The hottest month is Mar (28°C), the coldest is Sep (24.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 264 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.8°F |
| 27% above Saint Helena avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 820.7 sq mi (2,125.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.9286°S, 14.4119°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/St_Helena |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ascension (5 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ascension | Stratovolcano | 858 m (2,815 ft) | 1508 | 5 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | Wettest |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in |
Georgetown has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 66°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 7.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (1.5") and November the driest (0.3").
Schools in Georgetown
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Two Boats School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Georgetown
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Georgetown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension Island Museum |
Cinemas in Georgetown
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Georgetown
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Georgetown
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Georgetown
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| RAF Ascension Island | ASI | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Georgetown
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ascension Island Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Georgetown
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Grotto of Our Lady of Ascension | |
| St Mary’s Church |
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What is the population of Georgetown?
Georgetown has a population of 479 residents and is located in Saint Helena. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 820.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Georgetown?
Georgetown enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 7.4 inches.
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