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Grande Rivière, Saint Lucia
Gros-Islet · Saint Lucia
Grande Rivière is a small town in Gros-Islet, Saint Lucia with a population of 1,121. Elevation: 302 ft (92 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Grande Rivière
The Grande Rivière de l'Anse la Raye is a river of Saint Lucia.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,121 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 302 ft (92 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.0325°, -60.9533° |
| Timezone | America/St_Lucia |
| Country | 🇱🇨 Saint Lucia |
| State / Province | Gros-Islet |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.0 inches (1,956 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Grande Rivière
Grande Rivière is a small town in Saint Lucia (Gros-Islet) with a population of 1,121. The city sits at an elevation of 302 feet (92 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.0 inches. The timezone is America/St_Lucia.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.9°F |
| 48% above Saint Lucia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 196 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 302 ft (92 m) |
| Area | 49.2 sq mi (127.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.0325°N, 60.9533°W |
| Timezone | America/St_Lucia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
10 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 | 91 km |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Astronomical | 4.0 m | — | 91 km |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Astronomical | 3.0 m | 1,500 | 91 km |
| 1902 | SOUFRIERE VOLCANO | Astronomical | 1.0 m | 1,680 | 82 km |
| 1902 | FORT-DE-FRANCE | Astronomical | 1.0 m | — | 65 km |
| 1902 | MARTINIQUE | Astronomical | 0.6 m | — | 58 km |
| 2021 | SOUFRIERE VOLCANO | Astronomical | 0.1 m | — | 82 km |
| 1839 | MARTINIQUE | Earthquake | — | 390 | 104 km |
| 1823 | SAINT PIERRE | Earthquake | — | — | 41 km |
| 1767 | MARTINIQUE & BARBADOS | Earthquake | — | — | 41 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Qualibou (25 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Qualibou | Caldera | 777 m (2,549 ft) | 1766 | 25 km |
| Soufriere St. Vincent | Stratovolcano | 1,220 m (4,003 ft) | 1979 | 82 km |
| Pelee | Stratovolcano | 1,394 m (4,573 ft) | 1932 | 89 km |
| Plat Pays, Morne | Stratovolcano | 940 m (3,084 ft) | 1270 | 142 km |
| Watt, Morne | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,224 m (4,016 ft) | 1997 | 147 km |
| Trois Pitons, Morne | Complex | 1,387 m (4,551 ft) | 920 | 154 km |
| Diablotins, Morne | Stratovolcano | 1,430 m (4,692 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
| Diables, Morne aux | Lava dome(s) | 861 m (2,825 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.0 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 9.4 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 6.0 in |
Grande Rivière has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 77.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.1") and March the driest (3.1").
Schools in Grande Rivière
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-school | — | — | — | — |
| Dame Pearlette Louisy Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Grand Riviere Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Grande Rivière
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| rfi | — | MP3 32 kbps | |
| RelaxingJazz.com (BB) | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| BLAZIN 99.3FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RFI 102.1 FM | country, local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Fusion (MQ) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| REV-UP SLU | reggae, soca | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Grande Rivière
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folk Research Center | ||||
| Sessene Descartes House | ||||
| The Morne Museum |
Libraries in Grande Rivière
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anse la Raye Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Anse La Raye library/ict building | 0.0 | |||||
| Canaries Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Derek Walcott Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hunter J. Francois Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Monchy Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SOUFRIERE LIBRARY | 0.0 | |||||
| Ti Rocher Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Grande Rivière
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castries Central Market | |||||
| Fruits and vegetables market | |||||
| Marchand Market | |||||
| Rising Sun | |||||
| Soufrière Vegetables Market | |||||
| St Lucia's farmer market | |||||
| Ultimate Mart | |||||
| Vendors' Arcade |
Restaurants in Grande Rivière
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Grande Rivière
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Grande Rivière
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hewanorra International Airport | UVF | Large Airport |
| Martinique Aimé Césaire International Airport | FDF | Large Airport |
| George F. L. Charles Airport | SLU | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Grande Rivière
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Grand Riviere Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Grande Rivière
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Pentecostal Church | |
| Plateau Seaview SDA church |
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What is the population of Grande Rivière?
Grande Rivière has a population of 1,121 residents and is located in Saint Lucia. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 49.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Grande Rivière?
Grande Rivière has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 196 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.0 inches.