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Sark, Guernsey

Guernsey

Sark is a small town in Guernsey with a population of 600. Elevation: 325 ft (99 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

600 Population 89/sq mi density
325 ft Elevation 99 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
33.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Guernsey Timezone

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People

Population600
Density89/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Population600
Population Density89 / sq mi
Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Coordinates49.4333°, -2.3562°
TimezoneEurope/Guernsey
Country🇬🇬 Guernsey
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation33.6 inches (853 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sark

Sark is a small town in Guernsey with a population of 600. The city sits at an elevation of 325 feet (99 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Guernsey.

Sark experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 325 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below Guernsey avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.6 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates49.4333°N, 2.3562°W
TimezoneEurope/Guernsey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.6"
12% below Guernsey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.25"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

83 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M0.0 on May 19, 2019.

Apr 30, 1990 5 km SE of Saint Helier, Jersey M4.2 39 km
Nov 30, 1994 17 km N of Courseulles-sur-Mer, France M4.1 138 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 139 km
Jul 11, 2014 23 km W of Saint Helier, Jersey M3.9 32 km
Jul 11, 2002 3 km NW of Pluduno, France M3.8 98 km
Feb 25, 2015 30 km SW of Saint Helier, Jersey M3.7 48 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 120 km
Aug 8, 1998 1 km SE of Cairon, France M3.5 141 km
Jul 26, 1993 5 km ESE of Villedieu-les-Poêles, France M3.5 112 km
Apr 22, 1995 6 km E of Binic, France M3.5 96 km
Sep 17, 1994 33 km NE of Plouézec, France M3.4 60 km
Dec 7, 1998 0 km SE of Cherrueix, France M3.4 104 km
Jun 22, 1997 13 km SSE of Saint Helier, Jersey M3.4 46 km
Jul 23, 2014 France M3.3 50 km
Aug 29, 2001 5 km ENE of Saint-Lô, France M3.3 102 km
Sep 22, 1991 5 km ENE of Neulliac, France M3.3 150 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 142 km
Jul 14, 1998 7 km NNE of Poullaouen, France M3.2 147 km
Feb 12, 1990 1 km N of Lanmeur, France M3.2 131 km
May 30, 2001 3 km SW of Quintin, France M3.2 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2011 PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND Avalanche 0.4 m 127 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 4.0 in
February 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in Coldest
March 46°F (8°C) 2.9 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in Warmest
September 60°F (15°C) 2.7 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
November 50°F (10°C) 4.3 in Wettest
December 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in

Sark has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 44°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Sark

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sark School
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Radio Stations near Sark

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hot Radio (GB) 00s, 2000s MP3 160 kbps
Riduna-radio.com country, local news MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Sark

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
201 Squadron (RAF) Museum
Castle Cornet
Channel Islands Military Museum
Cider Barn
Colombier
German Naval Signals HQ
German Occupation Museum World War II
Guernsey Folk and Costume Museum
Guernsey Museum & Art Gallery
Guernsey underground military museum
Hamptonne House
Hauteville House
Jersey War Tunnels
Langlois House
Pallot Steam and Motor Museum
Quetivel Mill (NT-J)
Royal Guernsey Light Infantry Museum
Royal Guernsey Militia Regimental Museum
Sark during WW2
Syvret House
The Mansell Collection
The Story of Castle Cornet

Libraries in Sark

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Guille-Allès Library0.0
Island Archives0.0
Priaulx Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Sark

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Market Square

Hotels in Sark

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dixcart Hotel
Hotel Petit Champ
La Moinerie
La Sablonnerie Hotel
Stocks Hotel

Restaurants in Sark

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buddy's
Hathaways
La Petit Poule
La Sablonnerie Restaurant
Nicole's
Nova's
Time & Tide

Cafes in Sark

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fleur du Jardin
Harbour Cafe
Scooby's
The Little Snack Shack
The Sark Yard

Monuments in Sark

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Giles Pilcher Monument

Banks in Sark

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HSBC

Breweries in Sark

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Little Big Brew Co.
Rocquette Cider
White Rock Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Sark

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Sark

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alderney AirportACIMedium Airport
Guernsey AirportGCIMedium Airport
Jersey AirportJERMedium Airport
Aérodrome de VauvilleSmall Airport
Kerfot Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Portbail AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Sark

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sark Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sark

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Brecqhou Chapel
Sark Methodist Church
St. Peter's

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Guernsey

🇬🇬 About Guernsey

Capital St Peter Port
Population 65,228
Area 78 km²
HDI 0.940
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English, French, Guernésiais
Calling code +44
TLD .gg
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Guernsey

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 9 Liberation Day Liberation Day
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day St. Stephen's Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sark

What is the population of Sark?

Sark has a population of 600 residents and is located in Guernsey. The population density is 89 people per square mile, spread across 6.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sark?

Sark has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.6 inches.

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