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Oistins, Barbados
Christ Church · Barbados
Oistins is a small town in Christ Church, Barbados with a population of 2,285. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Oistins
Oistins is a coastal area located in the country of Barbados. It is situated centrally along the coastline of the parish of Christ Church, and is the parish capital. The area includes a fishing village as well as a tourist area with a variety of bars, rum shops, and shopping arcades.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,285 |
| Population Density | 152 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.0707°, -59.5464° |
| Timezone | America/Barbados |
| Country | 🇧🇧 Barbados |
| State / Province | Christ Church |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 63.3 inches (1,607 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Oistins
Oistins is a small town in Barbados (Christ Church) with a population of 2,285. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 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 63.3 inches. The timezone is America/Barbados.
Climate in Oistins
Oistins has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is Sep (28.1°C), the coldest is Feb (26.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1306 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Barbados avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 221 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 15.0 sq mi (38.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 152/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.0707°N, 59.5464°W |
| Timezone | America/Barbados |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Soufriere St. Vincent (179 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Soufriere St. Vincent | Stratovolcano | 1,220 m (4,003 ft) | 1979 | 179 km |
| Qualibou | Caldera | 777 m (2,549 ft) | 1766 | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 5.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 6.2 in |
Oistins has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in February to 81°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 63.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.3") and April the driest (2.3").
Schools in Oistins
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wills Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Christ Church Foundation School | — | — | — | — |
| Endless Kiteboarding | — | — | — | — |
| St. Christopher's Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Christ Church Foundation School | — | — | — | — |
| Blackman and Gollop Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Deighton Griffith Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Christ Church Girls School | — | — | — | — |
| Milton Lynch Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Shirley Chisholm Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Barbados Vocational Training Board (Sayes Court) | — | — | — | — |
| St.Bartholomew Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Oistins
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC 94.7 FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| HOTT 95.3FM | reggae | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| VOB 92.9 FM | various | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Bimshire 106.1 FM | various | MP3 192 kbps | |
| SLAM 101.1 | hiphop, rap | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Unity FM 905 (LC) | news, pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Oistins
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington House | ||||
| Barbados Museum | ||||
| Barbados National Archives | ||||
| Caribbean Wax Museum | ||||
| Concorde Experience | ||||
| Folkestone Marine Park and Museum | ||||
| George Washington House | ||||
| Gun Hill Signal Station | ||||
| Main Guard House and Clock Tower | ||||
| Nidhe Israel Museum | ||||
| Old Fire Station | ||||
| Sir Frank Hutson Sugar Museum | ||||
| St. Nicholas Abbey | ||||
| Sunbury Plantation House | ||||
| The Cricket Legends of Barbados Inc. |
Libraries in Oistins
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgetown Free Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eagle Hall Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Holetown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oistins Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Six Roads Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tamarind Hall Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Valley Branch Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Oistins
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter's Road Fish Fry Village | |||||
| Berinda Cox Fish Market | |||||
| Cheapside Outdoor Market | |||||
| Cheapside Public Market | |||||
| Eagle Hall Market | |||||
| Fairchild Street Market Village | |||||
| Haymans Market | |||||
| Marhill Public Market | |||||
| Millie Ifill Fish Market | |||||
| Paynes Bay Fish Market | |||||
| Pelican Village Craft Centre | |||||
| SIx Roads Market | |||||
| Speightstown Fish Market | |||||
| The Bridgetown Fisheries Complex |
Hotels in Oistins
28 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Oistins
51 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Oistins
9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Oistins
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Oistins
5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Oistins
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Oistins
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Oistins
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Oistins
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Oistins
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Oistins
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Oistins
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banks Breweries |
Stadiums & Teams in Oistins
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Oistins
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Grantley Adams International Airport | BGI | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Oistins
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ Church Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Oistins
24 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethlehem Moravian Church | |
| Calvary Pentecostal Temple | |
| Cane Vale SDA Church | |
| Christ Church Parish Church | |
| Church of God of Prophecy | |
| Coral Ridge Chapel | |
| Dunamis Outreach Ministries of the Wesleyan Holiness | |
| Emmanuel Tabernacle | |
| Enterprise Church of Christ | |
| Fulnec Moravian Church | |
| Grace Independent Baptist Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Lodge Road Wesleyan Holiness Church | |
| M.W. Prince Hall Grand Lodge | |
| Oistins Church Of Christ | |
| Pilgrim Road Seventh Day Adventist Church | |
| Revival Time Assembly | |
| Sargeants Village Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Silver Hill SDA Church | |
| South District Methodist Church |
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What is the population of Oistins?
Oistins has a population of 2,285 residents and is located in Barbados. The population density is 152 people per square mile, spread across 15.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Oistins?
Oistins 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 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.3 inches.