West End, Bahamas
West Grand Bahama · Bahamas
West End is a small city in West Grand Bahama, Bahamas with a population of 13,673. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About West End
West End is the oldest town and westernmost settlement on the Bahamian island of Grand Bahama. It is agreed by most academics and lawmakers that West End is the current capital of Grand Bahama, contrary to the popular belief that Freeport is the capital of the island. Yet however, some lawmakers continue to insist that Freeport City is the legitimate capital of Grand Bahama. It is also the third largest settlement in The Bahamas. There is one airport in West End, West End Airport, which serves mostly private aircraft. Since the 1950s, the settlement of West End has fluctuated with the rise and fall of the adjacent resort developments.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,673 |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.6871°, -78.9770° |
| Timezone | America/Nassau |
| Country | 🇧🇸 Bahamas |
| State / Province | West Grand Bahama |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.2 inches (1,325 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About West End
West End is a small city in Bahamas (West Grand Bahama) with a population of 13,673. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.2 inches. The timezone is America/Nassau.
Climate in West End
West End has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.5°C), the coldest is Jan (22.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1189 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.1°F |
| 41% above Bahamas avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.6871°N, 78.9770°W |
| Timezone | America/Nassau |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 74°F (24°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 2.6 in |
West End has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 68°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.2") and April the driest (2.1").
Schools in West End
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West End Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near West End
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global 99.5 FM | - | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Hotels in West End
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in West End
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in West End
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in West End
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in West End
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bahamian Brewery&Beverages |
Airports Near West End
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Bahama International Airport | FPO | Large Airport |
| Grand Bahama Auxiliary Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Walkers Cay Airport | WKR | Small Airport |
| West End Airport | WTD | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in West End
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of God of Prophecy | |
| Faith Church of the Nazarene | |
| Saint Mary Magdalene Church | |
| Saint Peter's Baptist church |
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West End has a population of 13,673 residents and is located in Bahamas..
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West End has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 52.2 inches.
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