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Hillsborough, Grenada
Carriacou and Petite Martinique · Grenada
Hillsborough is a small town in Carriacou and Petite Martinique, Grenada with a population of 1,000. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Hillsborough
Hillsborough is the largest town (city) on the island of Carriacou, Grenada. The town serves primarily as a retail and administrative centre of both Carriacou and Petite Martinique. It has a population of approximately 1,000 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,000 |
| Population Density | 24 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.4829°, -61.4560° |
| Timezone | America/Grenada |
| Country | 🇬🇩 Grenada |
| State / Province | Carriacou and Petite Martinique |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.5 inches (1,739 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Hillsborough
Hillsborough is a small town in Grenada (Carriacou and Petite Martinique) with a population of 1,000. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.5 inches. The timezone is America/Grenada.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.9°F |
| 50% above Grenada avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 212 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 42.0 sq mi (108.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 24/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.4829°N, 61.4560°W |
| Timezone | America/Grenada |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | SOUFRIERE VOLCANO | Astronomical | 1.0 m | 1,680 | 99 km |
| 2021 | SOUFRIERE VOLCANO | Astronomical | 0.1 m | — | 99 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kick 'em Jenny (29 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kick 'em Jenny | Submarine | -185 m (-607 ft) | 2017 | 29 km |
| St. Catherine | Stratovolcano | 840 m (2,756 ft) | Unknown | 44 km |
| Soufriere St. Vincent | Stratovolcano | 1,220 m (4,003 ft) | 1979 | 99 km |
| Qualibou | Caldera | 777 m (2,549 ft) | 1766 | 156 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.4 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.8 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.2 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 9.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 5.9 in |
Hillsborough has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 68.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.0") and February the driest (2.2").
Schools in Hillsborough
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Thomas Aquinas R. C. School | — | — | — | — |
| Hillsborough Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bishop's College, Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hillsborough Government School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Hillsborough
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boss FM Grenada | hiphop, r'n'b | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Star FM 101.9 | reggae, soca | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Hillsborough
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carriacou Museum |
Farmers Markets in Hillsborough
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough Public Market |
Hotels in Hillsborough
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Hillsborough
25 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Hillsborough
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Hillsborough
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Hillsborough
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Hillsborough
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hillsborough
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Hillsborough
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Hillsborough
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Argyle International Airport | SVD | Large Airport |
| Maurice Bishop International Airport | GND | Large Airport |
| Canouan Airport | CIW | Medium Airport |
| J F Mitchell Airport | BQU | Medium Airport |
| Mustique Airport | MQS | Medium Airport |
| Union Island International Airport | UNI | Medium Airport |
| Lauriston Airport | CRU | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hillsborough
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ the King Anglican Church | |
| Evangelical Church | |
| Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church | |
| Roman Catholic Church | |
| Seventh Day Adventist Church L'Asterre |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Grenada
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Hillsborough?
Hillsborough has a population of 1,000 residents and is located in Grenada. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 42.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hillsborough?
Hillsborough has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 212 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.5 inches.