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Scarborough, Trinidad and Tobago
Tobago · Trinidad and Tobago
Scarborough is a small city in Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago with a population of 17,000. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Scarborough
Scarborough is a major town of the island of Tobago as well as the eleventh-most-populous in Trinidad and Tobago. Scarborough was the capital of Tobago in 1769 before it was unified with Trinidad changing the capital to Port of Spain. Situated in western Tobago, Scarborough is the economic and cultural centre of the island of Tobago. The estimated population in 2011 was 17,537. Scarborough is ranked as one of Trinidad and Tobago's most densely populated towns alongside Port of Spain, San Fernando, Chaguanas and Arima. The town's skyline is dominated by Fort King George, an 18th-century fortification named after King George III, which now hosts a historic and archaeologic museum. Scarborough's deepwater harbour was built in 1991; before that ships were forced to anchor offshore.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,000 |
| Population Density | 4,404 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.1823°, -60.7353° |
| Timezone | America/Port_of_Spain |
| Country | 🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago |
| State / Province | Tobago |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 85.2 inches (2,163 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Scarborough
Scarborough is a small city in Trinidad and Tobago (Tobago) with a population of 17,000. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 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 85.2 inches. The timezone is America/Port_of_Spain.
Climate in Scarborough
Scarborough has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1611 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Trinidad and Tobago avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 182 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,404/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.1823°N, 60.7353°W |
| Timezone | America/Port_of_Spain |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1911 | TRINIDAD | Meteorological | — | — | 91 km |
| 1795 | PORT-OF-SPAIN | Earthquake | — | — | 118 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: St. Catherine (148 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| St. Catherine | Stratovolcano | 840 m (2,756 ft) | Unknown | 148 km |
| Kick 'em Jenny | Submarine | -185 m (-607 ft) | 2017 | 159 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 8.7 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 9.0 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 9.7 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 10.6 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 11.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 8.7 in |
Scarborough has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 85.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (11.0") and March the driest (2.7").
Colleges & Universities in Scarborough
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| COSTAATT | University | — | — |
| COSTAATT | College | — | — |
| Speyside High School | College | — | — |
| University of the West Indies, Tobago | University | — | — |
Schools in Scarborough
40 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goodwood High School | — | — | — | — |
| Bishops High School | — | — | — | — |
| Scarborough Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pentecostal Light & Life School | — | — | — | — |
| Happy Haven School | — | — | — | — |
| Signal Hill Comprehensive Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Harmon School of SDA | — | — | — | — |
| Scarborough SDA School | — | — | — | — |
| Mason Hall Anglican Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mason Hall Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bon Accord Government Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Montgomery Government Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Nicholas Private Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Signal Hill Government School | — | — | — | — |
| Scarborough Methodist Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lambeau Anglican Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Castara Government Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| North Regional SDA Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Moriah Government Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tobago Hospitality and Tourism Institute (THTI) | — | — | — | — |
| St. Michael's Anglican Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mason Hall Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Buccoo Government Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cipriani Labour College | — | — | — | — |
| Goodwood Methodist Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mount St George Methodist Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bethesda Government Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Patience Hill Government School | — | — | — | — |
| Black Rock Government School | — | — | — | — |
| Plymouth Anglican School | — | — | — | — |
| Scarborough RC Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Andrews Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Scarborough Methodist Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| North Regional SDA Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Golden Lane Government School | — | — | — | — |
| Moriah Government Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Des Vignes Road Government Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hope Anglican School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Patrick's AC Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Buccoo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Scarborough
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vibe CT (Port of Spain) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Scorch Radio 101.1FM | soca, various | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Scarborough
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort King George Museum | ||||
| Tobago Cocoa Estate |
Libraries in Scarborough
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarborough Library Facility | 0.0 | |||||
| Scarborough Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Scarborough
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Irvine Fish Market | |||||
| Rainbow Fruits | |||||
| Scarborough Public Market | |||||
| Scarborough Public Market |
Hotels in Scarborough
64 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Scarborough
35 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Scarborough
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Scarborough
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Scarborough
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Scarborough
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Scarborough
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Scarborough
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Scarborough
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Scarborough
24 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Scarborough
11 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Scarborough
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Scarborough
3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Scarborough
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Scarborough
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| A.N.R. Robinson International Airport | TAB | Large Airport |
| Piarco International Airport | POS | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Scarborough
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Aeropost | |
| Plymouth Post Office | |
| TT Post, Scarborough | |
| TTPost | |
| TTPost | |
| UPS |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Scarborough
42 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethel Seventh-Day Adventist Church | |
| Bethesda Gospel Hall | |
| Bethseda Moravian Church | |
| Buccoo Moravian Church | |
| Buccoo Reef Sunday School | |
| Calder Hall Wesleyan Holiness | |
| Calvary Road Deliverance Tabernacle | |
| Canaan/Bon Accord Methodist Church | |
| Carnbee SDA Church | |
| Faith Miracle Worship Centre | |
| Full gospel tabernacle | |
| Hope Fundamental Bapstist Tabernacle | |
| Kingdom Hall | |
| Lambeau Anglican Church | |
| Lowlands Lifeline Ministries | |
| Maranatha Christian Assembly | |
| Mary's Hill SDA Church | |
| Masjid Al Tawbah | |
| Masjid ibn Abbaas - Islamic Learning Center | |
| Montgomery Moravian Church |
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What is the population of Scarborough?
Scarborough has a population of 17,000 residents and is located in Trinidad and Tobago. The population density is 4,404 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Scarborough?
Scarborough 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 182 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.2 inches.