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Georgetown, Saint Helena
Ascension · Saint Helena
Georgetown is a small city in Ascension, Saint Helena with a population of 5,012. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 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 | 5,012 |
| Population Density | 6 / 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 city in Saint Helena (Ascension) with a population of 5,012. 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 26°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) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 820.7 sq mi (2,125.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -7.9286°N, 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 (NCES 2022-23 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 5,012 residents and is located in Saint Helena. The population density is 6 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. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.4 inches.