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Salisbury, Dominica
Saint Joseph Parish · Dominica
Salisbury is a small town in Saint Joseph Parish, Dominica with a population of 1,413. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Salisbury
Salisbury is a cathedral city and civil parish in Wiltshire, England with a population of 41,820, at the confluence of the rivers Avon, Nadder and Bourne. The city is approximately 20 miles from Southampton and 30 miles from Bath.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,413 |
| Population Density | 679 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 177 ft (54 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.4369°, -61.4364° |
| 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 Salisbury
Salisbury is a small town in Dominica (Saint Joseph Parish) with a population of 1,413. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet (54 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 | 177 ft (54 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 679/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.4369°N, 61.4364°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 | 74 km |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Astronomical | 4.0 m | - | 74 km |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Astronomical | 3.0 m | 1,500 | 74 km |
| 2004 | BASSE-TERRE, LES SAINTES | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 1 | 40 km |
| 1843 | POINTE-A-PITRE | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 5,000 | 144 km |
| 1902 | FORT-DE-FRANCE | Astronomical | 1.0 m | - | 101 km |
| 1902 | MARTINIQUE | Astronomical | 0.6 m | - | 109 km |
| 2005 | DOMINICA PASSAGE | Earthquake | - | - | 50 km |
| 1839 | MARTINIQUE | Earthquake | - | 390 | 108 km |
| 1823 | SAINT PIERRE | Earthquake | - | - | 125 km |
| 1767 | MARTINIQUE & BARBADOS | Earthquake | - | - | 125 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Diablotins, Morne (9 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Diablotins, Morne | Stratovolcano | 1,430 m (4,692 ft) | Unknown | 9 km |
| Trois Pitons, Morne | Complex | 1,387 m (4,551 ft) | 920 | 14 km |
| Diables, Morne aux | Lava dome(s) | 861 m (2,825 ft) | Unknown | 20 km |
| Watt, Morne | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,224 m (4,016 ft) | 1997 | 20 km |
| Plat Pays, Morne | Stratovolcano | 940 m (3,084 ft) | 1270 | 23 km |
| Soufriere Guadeloupe | Stratovolcano | 1,467 m (4,813 ft) | 1977 | 72 km |
| Pelee | Stratovolcano | 1,394 m (4,573 ft) | 1932 | 76 km |
| Soufriere Hills | Stratovolcano | 915 m (3,002 ft) | 2013 | 163 km |
| Qualibou | Caldera | 777 m (2,549 ft) | 1766 | 183 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 |
Salisbury 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").
Radio Stations near Salisbury
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 Salisbury
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominica Museum | ||||
| Interpretation room | ||||
| Old Mill Cultural Centre |
Libraries in Salisbury
| 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 Salisbury
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Market | |||||
| Old Market | |||||
| Portsmouth Market |
Hotels in Salisbury
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Salisbury
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Salisbury
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Salisbury
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 |
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What is the population of Salisbury?
Salisbury has a population of 1,413 residents and is located in Dominica. The population density is 679 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Salisbury?
Salisbury 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.