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Grand-Bourg, Guadeloupe
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Grand-Bourg is a small city in Guadeloupe, Guadeloupe with a population of 5,867. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Grand-Bourg
Grand-Bourg, also known as Grand-Bourg de Marie-Galante, is a commune on the island of Marie-Galante, in the French overseas region and department of Guadeloupe, in the Lesser Antilles, Caribbean. It is located in the southwest of Marie-Galante, and is the most populous of the three communes on the island.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,867 |
| Population Density | 274 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.8840°, -61.3148° |
| Timezone | America/Guadeloupe |
| Country | 🇬🇵 Guadeloupe |
| State / Province | Guadeloupe |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.9 inches (1,444 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Grand-Bourg
Grand-Bourg is a small city in Guadeloupe (Guadeloupe) with a population of 5,867. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.9 inches. The timezone is America/Guadeloupe.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Guadeloupe avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 233 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 21.4 sq mi (55.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 274/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.8840°N, 61.3148°W |
| Timezone | America/Guadeloupe |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
12 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Explosion | 5.0 m | 23 | 119 km |
| 2003 | SOUFRIERE HILLS VOLCANO | Astronomical | 4.0 m | — | 131 km |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Astronomical | 4.0 m | — | 119 km |
| 1997 | WHITE RIVER VALLEY | Explosion | 3.0 m | — | 131 km |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Astronomical | 3.0 m | 1,500 | 119 km |
| 2004 | BASSE-TERRE, LES SAINTES | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 1 | 48 km |
| 1999 | SOUFRIERE HILLS VOLCANO | Astronomical | 2.0 m | — | 131 km |
| 1843 | POINTE-A-PITRE | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 5,000 | 117 km |
| 2006 | SOUFRIERE HILLS VOLCANO | Astronomical | 1.0 m | — | 131 km |
| 1902 | FORT-DE-FRANCE | Astronomical | 1.0 m | — | 145 km |
| 2005 | DOMINICA PASSAGE | Earthquake | — | — | 48 km |
| 1839 | MARTINIQUE | Earthquake | — | 390 | 134 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Diables, Morne aux (33 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Diables, Morne aux | Lava dome(s) | 861 m (2,825 ft) | Unknown | 33 km |
| Soufriere Guadeloupe | Stratovolcano | 1,467 m (4,813 ft) | 1977 | 41 km |
| Diablotins, Morne | Stratovolcano | 1,430 m (4,692 ft) | Unknown | 43 km |
| Trois Pitons, Morne | Complex | 1,387 m (4,551 ft) | 920 | 57 km |
| Watt, Morne | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,224 m (4,016 ft) | 1997 | 64 km |
| Plat Pays, Morne | Stratovolcano | 940 m (3,084 ft) | 1270 | 70 km |
| Pelee | Stratovolcano | 1,394 m (4,573 ft) | 1932 | 121 km |
| Soufriere Hills | Stratovolcano | 915 m (3,002 ft) | 2013 | 131 km |
| Nevis Peak | Stratovolcano | 985 m (3,232 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.2 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 4.7 in |
Grand-Bourg has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 56.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.1") and February the driest (2.2").
Colleges & Universities in Grand-Bourg
Schools in Grand-Bourg
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École maternelle Guy Dramort | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire privée Notre Dame | — | — | — | — |
| École Albertine Diallo-Boecasse | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle Les Poussins | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée polyvalent Hyacinthe Bastaraud | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire Morne Lolo | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire Léopold Lubino | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire André Pasbeau | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle Les Coccinelles | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle Les Foufous | — | — | — | — |
| École de Tacy | — | — | — | — |
| Collège Nelson Mandela | — | — | — | — |
| Collège Gaston Calmet | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire mixte I/II de Grand-Bourg | — | — | — | — |
| Collège Albert Baclet | — | — | — | — |
| Section d'enseignement général et professionnel adapté du Collège Albert Baclet | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire privée HC La Persévérance Antoine Moeson | — | — | — | — |
| Section d'enseignement professionnel du Lycée Hyacinthe Bastaraud | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Grand-Bourg
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bel Radio Guadeloupe | — | MP3 |
Museums in Grand-Bourg
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecomusée de Marie-Galante |
Libraries in Grand-Bourg
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capesterre library | 0.0 | |||||
| Capesterre library | 0.0 | |||||
| Grand Bourg library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Grand-Bourg
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Halles | |||||
| Marché aux Poissons | |||||
| Marché Central |
Hotels in Grand-Bourg
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Grand-Bourg
36 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Grand-Bourg
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Grand-Bourg
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Grand-Bourg
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Grand-Bourg
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Grand-Bourg
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Grand-Bourg
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Grand-Bourg
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Grand-Bourg
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Grand-Bourg
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maryse Condé International Airport | PTP | Large Airport |
| Canefield Airport | DCF | Medium Airport |
| Douglas-Charles Airport | DOM | Medium Airport |
| Marie-Galante Airport | GBJ | Medium Airport |
| Basse-Terre Baillif Airport | BBR | Small Airport |
| La Désirade Airport | DSD | Small Airport |
| St-François Airport | SFC | Small Airport |
| Terre-de-Haut Airport | LSS | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Grand-Bourg
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Capesterre-de-Marie-Galante | |
| Relais Poste |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Grand-Bourg
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle Coeur Immaculé de Marie | |
| Église Adventiste de Grand-Bourg | |
| Église Assemblée de Dieu | |
| Église de l'Immaculée-Conception | |
| Église évangélique de la Guadeloupe | |
| Église Sainte-Anne | |
| Église Sainte-Anne |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Grand-Bourg?
Grand-Bourg has a population of 5,867 residents and is located in Guadeloupe. The population density is 274 people per square mile, spread across 21.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Grand-Bourg?
Grand-Bourg has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.9 inches.