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Roseau, Dominica
Saint George Parish · Dominica
Roseau is a small city in Saint George Parish, Dominica with a population of 16,571. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Roseau
Roseau is the capital and largest city of Dominica, with a population of 14,725 as of 2011. It is a small and compact urban settlement, in the Saint George parish and surrounded by the Caribbean Sea, the Roseau River and Morne Bruce. Built on the site of the ancient Island Carib village of Sairi, it is the oldest and most important urban settlement on the island of Dominica.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,571 |
| Population Density | 7,967 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.3017°, -61.3881° |
| Timezone | America/Dominica |
| Country | 🇩🇲 Dominica |
| State / Province | Saint George Parish |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.4 inches (1,890 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Roseau
Roseau is a small city in Dominica (Saint George Parish) with a population of 16,571. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.4 inches. The timezone is America/Dominica.
Climate in Roseau
Roseau has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is Sep (28.7°C), the coldest is Feb (25.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1030 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.4°F |
| 43% above Dominica avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 201 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,967/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.3017°N, 61.3881°W |
| Timezone | America/Dominica |
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 | 59 km |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Astronomical | 4.0 m | - | 59 km |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Astronomical | 3.0 m | 1,500 | 59 km |
| 2004 | BASSE-TERRE, LES SAINTES | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 1 | 54 km |
| 1902 | FORT-DE-FRANCE | Astronomical | 1.0 m | - | 85 km |
| 1902 | MARTINIQUE | Astronomical | 0.6 m | - | 93 km |
| 2005 | DOMINICA PASSAGE | Earthquake | - | - | 65 km |
| 1839 | MARTINIQUE | Earthquake | - | 390 | 96 km |
| 1823 | SAINT PIERRE | Earthquake | - | - | 109 km |
| 1767 | MARTINIQUE & BARBADOS | Earthquake | - | - | 109 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Plat Pays, Morne (7 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Plat Pays, Morne | Stratovolcano | 940 m (3,084 ft) | 1270 | 7 km |
| Watt, Morne | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,224 m (4,016 ft) | 1997 | 9 km |
| Trois Pitons, Morne | Complex | 1,387 m (4,551 ft) | 920 | 10 km |
| Diablotins, Morne | Stratovolcano | 1,430 m (4,692 ft) | Unknown | 22 km |
| Diables, Morne aux | Lava dome(s) | 861 m (2,825 ft) | Unknown | 35 km |
| Pelee | Stratovolcano | 1,394 m (4,573 ft) | 1932 | 60 km |
| Soufriere Guadeloupe | Stratovolcano | 1,467 m (4,813 ft) | 1977 | 88 km |
| Qualibou | Caldera | 777 m (2,549 ft) | 1766 | 168 km |
| Soufriere Hills | Stratovolcano | 915 m (3,002 ft) | 2013 | 179 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 9.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 9.1 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 8.3 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 6.3 in |
Roseau has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in February to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 74.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.2") and March the driest (3.0").
Colleges & Universities in Roseau
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints University School of Medicine | College | - | Visit → |
| All Saints University School of Medicine | College | - | Visit → |
| Dominica State College | College | - | , |
| Dominica State College | College | - | , |
| Pierre Charles Secondary School | College | - | , |
| Ross University School of Medicine | University | - | , |
| Ross University School of Medicine | University | - | , |
| St. Joseph University | University | - | , |
| The University of the West Indies Open Campus | University | - | , |
Schools in Roseau
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary's Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Dominica Grammar School | - | - | - | - |
| Ebenezer SDA Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Goodwill Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Mary's Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Convent Prep School | - | - | - | - |
| Roseau Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Convent High School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Martin's School | - | - | - | - |
| Community High School | - | - | - | - |
| Goodwill Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Roseau
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DBS Radio | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Voice of Life Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dominica Catholic Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| En Ba Mango | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Roseau
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominica Museum | ||||
| Interpretation room | ||||
| Old Mill Cultural Centre |
Libraries in Roseau
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance Française | 0.0 | |||||
| Grand Bay Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Marigot Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Roseau Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tunubuku Library & Computer Centre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Roseau
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Market | |||||
| Old Market |
Hotels in Roseau
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Roseau
29 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Roseau
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Roseau
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Roseau
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Roseau
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Roseau
8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Roseau
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Roseau
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Roseau
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Martinique Aimé Césaire International Airport | FDF | 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 |
| Terre-de-Haut Airport | LSS | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Roseau
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| FedEx | |
| General Post Office |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Roseau
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Morne Trois Pitons National Park |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Roseau
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethesda Methodist Church | |
| Goodwill Christian Union Church | |
| Kingdom Hall Of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Our Lady of Fair Haven Cthedral | |
| People's Pentecostal Family Church | |
| Roseau Christian Union Chruch | |
| Roseau SDA Church | |
| St. Alphonsus Church | |
| St. George's Anglican Church | |
| St.Gerad's Hall |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Roseau
What is the population of Roseau?
Roseau has a population of 16,571 residents and is located in Dominica. The population density is 7,967 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Roseau?
Roseau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 201 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.4 inches.