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Saint Joseph, Dominica
Saint Joseph Parish · Dominica
Saint Joseph is a small town in Saint Joseph Parish, Dominica with a population of 2,184. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Saint Joseph
Saint Joseph's Day, also called the Feast of Saint Joseph or the Solemnity of Saint Joseph, is in Western Christianity the principal feast day of Saint Joseph, husband of the Virgin Mary and legal father of Jesus Christ, celebrated on 19 March. It has the rank of a solemnity in the Catholic Church. It is a feast or commemoration in the provinces of the Anglican Communion, and a feast or festival in the Lutheran Church. Saint Joseph's Day is the Patronal Feast day for Poland as well as for Canada, persons named Joseph, Josephine, etc., for religious institutes, schools, hospitals and parishes bearing his name, and for carpenters. It is also Father's Day in some Catholic countries, mainly Spain, Portugal, Croatia, and Italy. It is not a holy day of obligation for Catholics in the United States.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,184 |
| Population Density | 1,050 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.4061°, -61.4237° |
| Timezone | America/Dominica |
| Country | 🇩🇲 Dominica |
| State / Province | Saint Joseph Parish |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.7 inches (1,896 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Saint Joseph
Saint Joseph is a small town in Dominica (Saint Joseph Parish) with a population of 2,184. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.7 inches. The timezone is America/Dominica.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.0°F |
| 41% above Dominica avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 201 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,050/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.4061°N, 61.4237°W |
| Timezone | America/Dominica |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
11 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 | 71 km |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Astronomical | 4.0 m | - | 71 km |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Astronomical | 3.0 m | 1,500 | 71 km |
| 2004 | BASSE-TERRE, LES SAINTES | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 1 | 43 km |
| 1843 | POINTE-A-PITRE | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 5,000 | 147 km |
| 1902 | FORT-DE-FRANCE | Astronomical | 1.0 m | - | 97 km |
| 1902 | MARTINIQUE | Astronomical | 0.6 m | - | 105 km |
| 2005 | DOMINICA PASSAGE | Earthquake | - | - | 54 km |
| 1839 | MARTINIQUE | Earthquake | - | 390 | 105 km |
| 1823 | SAINT PIERRE | Earthquake | - | - | 121 km |
| 1767 | MARTINIQUE & BARBADOS | Earthquake | - | - | 121 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Trois Pitons, Morne (11 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Trois Pitons, Morne | Complex | 1,387 m (4,551 ft) | 920 | 11 km |
| Diablotins, Morne | Stratovolcano | 1,430 m (4,692 ft) | Unknown | 11 km |
| Watt, Morne | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,224 m (4,016 ft) | 1997 | 17 km |
| Plat Pays, Morne | Stratovolcano | 940 m (3,084 ft) | 1270 | 19 km |
| Diables, Morne aux | Lava dome(s) | 861 m (2,825 ft) | Unknown | 23 km |
| Pelee | Stratovolcano | 1,394 m (4,573 ft) | 1932 | 72 km |
| Soufriere Guadeloupe | Stratovolcano | 1,467 m (4,813 ft) | 1977 | 75 km |
| Soufriere Hills | Stratovolcano | 915 m (3,002 ft) | 2013 | 167 km |
| Qualibou | Caldera | 777 m (2,549 ft) | 1766 | 180 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 8.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 9.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 8.3 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 8.8 in | |
| December | 74°F (24°C) | 6.5 in |
Saint Joseph has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 73°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 74.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.0") and March the driest (3.1").
Schools in Saint Joseph
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Joseph High School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Joseph Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Saint Joseph
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 Saint Joseph
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominica Museum | ||||
| Interpretation room | ||||
| Old Mill Cultural Centre |
Libraries in Saint Joseph
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance Française | 0.0 | |||||
| Grand Bay Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Marigot Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portsmouth Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Roseau Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ross University School of Medicine - Anne Ross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tunubuku Library & Computer Centre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Saint Joseph
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Market | |||||
| Old Market | |||||
| Portsmouth Market |
Hotels in Saint Joseph
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Saint Joseph
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Saint Joseph
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Saint Joseph
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint Joseph
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Layiu Christian Union Church | |
| Layou 7th Day Adventist Church | |
| Layou Methodist Church | |
| St. Joseph Parish Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Saint Joseph?
Saint Joseph has a population of 2,184 residents and is located in Dominica. The population density is 1,050 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Saint Joseph?
Saint Joseph has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 201 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.7 inches.