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Praslin, Saint Lucia

Micoud · Saint Lucia

Praslin is a small town in Micoud, Saint Lucia with a population of 1,906. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1,906 Population 68/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
82.0 in Annual Rain
America / St Lucia Timezone

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About Praslin

Praslin

Praslin Quarter was a former quarter on the island nation of Saint Lucia. Since at least 2001, it has been a second-order subdivision of the Micoud District. The 2001 and 2010 Census show Praslin as part of the Micoud District. The population of Praslin is 341.

People

Population1,906
Density68/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain82.0 in/yr
Sunny Days187/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population1,906
Population Density68 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates13.8755°, -60.8972°
TimezoneAmerica/St_Lucia
Country🇱🇨 Saint Lucia
State / ProvinceMicoud
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation82.0 inches (2,083 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Praslin

Praslin is a small town in Saint Lucia (Micoud) with a population of 1,906. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.0 inches. The timezone is America/St_Lucia.

Praslin has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 187 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 82.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above Saint Lucia avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days187 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area28.0 sq mi (72.6 km²)
Population Density68/sq mi
Coordinates13.8755°N, 60.8972°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Lucia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 82.0"
116% above Saint Lucia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 11.34"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.23"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

544 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M0.0 on Jun 6, 2025.

Jun 8, 1999 67 km ENE of La Trinité, Martinique M5.8 139 km
Jul 12, 1990 Windward Islands M5.8 98 km
Feb 3, 2017 59 km ENE of Sainte-Marie, Martinique M5.8 139 km
Feb 6, 2008 66 km ENE of La Trinité, Martinique M5.3 136 km
Aug 7, 2011 61 km E of Dennery, Saint Lucia M5.2 62 km
Dec 29, 1995 97 km ESE of Le Vauclin, Martinique M5.2 114 km
Sep 9, 2011 20 km NNE of Basse-Pointe, Martinique M5.0 131 km
Mar 1, 2004 42 km NE of Sainte-Marie, Martinique M4.9 132 km
Feb 2, 2016 47 km ENE of La Trinité, Martinique M4.9 123 km
Oct 20, 1992 49 km ENE of La Trinité, Martinique M4.9 127 km
Aug 22, 2015 71 km ESE of Le Vauclin, Martinique M4.9 97 km
Mar 25, 2025 14 km NNE of Le Lorrain, Martinique M4.9 120 km
Dec 25, 2009 21 km SSW of Soufrière, Dominica M4.9 143 km
Oct 31, 1990 25 km NE of Le Lorrain, Martinique M4.9 124 km
Sep 13, 2019 39 km SSW of Soufrière, Dominica M4.8 136 km
Jan 15, 2020 18 km SE of Berekua, Dominica M4.8 141 km
Dec 30, 2000 45 km ENE of Sainte-Marie, Martinique M4.8 126 km
Mar 3, 2012 21 km SE of Berekua, Dominica M4.7 139 km
Apr 8, 1996 26 km SW of Soufrière, Dominica M4.7 146 km
Sep 18, 1998 36 km SE of Le Marin, Martinique M4.7 54 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Beryl Category 4 162 km
2023 Tammy Category 1 131 km
2021 Elsa Category 1 57 km
2017 Maria Category 5 126 km
2010 Tomas Category 2 62 km
2007 Dean Category 3 48 km
2005 Emily Category 2 229 km
2004 Ivan Category 4 232 km
1999 Jose Category 1 242 km
1995 Marilyn Category 1 103 km
1989 Hugo Category 4 253 km
1980 Allen Category 4 33 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 23 109 km
1902 MOUNT PELEE Astronomical 4.0 m 109 km
1902 MOUNT PELEE Astronomical 3.0 m 1,500 109 km
1902 SOUFRIERE VOLCANO Astronomical 1.0 m 1,680 68 km
1902 FORT-DE-FRANCE Astronomical 1.0 m 83 km
1902 MARTINIQUE Astronomical 0.6 m 76 km
2021 SOUFRIERE VOLCANO Astronomical 0.1 m 68 km
1839 MARTINIQUE Earthquake 390 118 km
1823 SAINT PIERRE Earthquake 59 km
1767 MARTINIQUE & BARBADOS Earthquake 59 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Qualibou (17 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Qualibou Caldera 777 m (2,549 ft) 1766 17 km
Soufriere St. Vincent Stratovolcano 1,220 m (4,003 ft) 1979 68 km
Pelee Stratovolcano 1,394 m (4,573 ft) 1932 108 km
Plat Pays, Morne Stratovolcano 940 m (3,084 ft) 1270 161 km
Watt, Morne Stratovolcano(es) 1,224 m (4,016 ft) 1997 165 km
Trois Pitons, Morne Complex 1,387 m (4,551 ft) 920 173 km
Diablotins, Morne Stratovolcano 1,430 m (4,692 ft) Unknown 189 km
Kick 'em Jenny Submarine -185 m (-607 ft) 2017 193 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 6.2 in
February 76°F (25°C) 4.3 in Coldest
March 77°F (25°C) 3.4 in
April 79°F (26°C) 3.2 in Driest
May 80°F (27°C) 4.2 in
June 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in
July 80°F (27°C) 7.3 in
August 81°F (27°C) 9.0 in Warmest
September 80°F (27°C) 9.2 in
October 80°F (27°C) 11.3 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 10.4 in
December 78°F (25°C) 7.5 in

Praslin has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 76°F in February to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 82.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.3") and April the driest (3.2").

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Radio Stations near Praslin

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 Praslin

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Folk Research Center
Sessene Descartes House
The Morne Museum

Libraries in Praslin

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Anse la Raye Community Library0.0
Anse La Raye library/ict building0.0
Canaries Public Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Choiseul Administrative Building0.0
Choiseul Library0.0
Derek Walcott Library0.0
Hunter J. Francois Library0.0
Monchy Public Library0.0
SOUFRIERE LIBRARY0.0
Ti Rocher Community Library0.0
Vieux-Fort Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Praslin

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Castries Central Market
Choiseul Fish Market
Choiseul street market
Fruits and vegetables market
Marchand Market
Rising Sun
solay's place
Soufrière Vegetables Market
St Lucia's farmer market
Ultimate Mart
Vendors' Arcade

Stadiums & Teams in Praslin

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Airports Near Praslin

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Argyle International AirportSVDLarge Airport
Hewanorra International AirportUVFLarge Airport
Martinique Aimé Césaire International AirportFDFLarge Airport
George F. L. Charles AirportSLUMedium Airport

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Waterfalls
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/St_Lucia

🇱🇨 About Saint Lucia

Capital Castries
Population 181,889
Area 616 km²
GDP (USD) $2,430,166,667
GDP per capita $13,555
HDI 0.748
Life expectancy 72.7 years
Internet users 70.1%
Urban population 29.1%
Currency XCD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +1758
TLD .lc
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Praslin

What is the population of Praslin?

Praslin has a population of 1,906 residents and is located in Saint Lucia. The population density is 68 people per square mile, spread across 28.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Praslin?

Praslin has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 187 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 82.0 inches.

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