Sandy Ground Village
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Sandy Ground Village month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Sandy Ground Village are typically February, March and April, with average daytime highs around 26–26°C. September is usually the warmest month (average high 29°C), February the coldest (average low 24°C), and September the wettest (about 129 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.1 | 24.6 | 35 | 10.8 |
| February | 25.8 | 24.3 | 39 | 10.8 |
| March | 25.8 | 24.5 | 24 | 11.4 |
| April | 26.2 | 24.8 | 42 | 11.7 |
| May | 27.1 | 25.7 | 54 | 11.7 |
| June | 27.9 | 26.5 | 42 | 11.9 |
| July | 28.2 | 26.6 | 66 | 11.9 |
| August | 28.6 | 26.9 | 90 | 11.5 |
| September | 28.7 | 27.0 | 129 | 11.0 |
| October | 28.5 | 26.7 | 125 | 10.6 |
| November | 27.8 | 26.1 | 123 | 10.0 |
| December | 26.9 | 25.4 | 43 | 10.4 |
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- Documented history · 1969
On 19 March 1969, during Operation Sheepskin, British troops from 2 PARA that were deployed from HMS Rothesay landed on the nearby beach and occupied the village as part of the operation.
- Operation Sheepskin – British troops land
On 19 March 1969, British troops from 2 PARA deployed from HMS Rothesay landed on the nearby beach and occupied Sandy Ground Village as part of Operation Sheepskin.
- Operation Sheepskin – 1969 landing
On 19 March 1969, British troops from 2 PARA deployed from HMS Rothesay landed on the nearby beach and occupied Sandy Ground Village as part of Operation Sheepskin.
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01 · SafetySafety and practical guidance for Sandy Ground Village
Sandy Ground Village is a village and one of the fourteen Districts of Anguilla, functioning as the island's main port. The settlement features a long curved beach backed by high cliffs and a disused salt pond, and the 2011 census recorded a population of 230.
How does daily movement function around the main port?
Daily movement in Sandy Ground Village centers on its geography as Anguilla's main port, situated along a long curved beach backed by high cliffs and a disused salt pond. Because the settlement spans coordinates 18.20118 latitude and -63.08998 longitude, daily routines are tied to the local terrain of the Sandy Ground district. The recorded population of 230 shapes the small-scale nature of daily transit and local activity within this administrative division.
What historical events affect local awareness?
Daily movement and local context are shaped by the history of the area. On 19 March 1969, during Operation Sheepskin, British troops from 2 PARA deployed from HMS Rothesay, landed on the nearby beach, and occupied the village.
Further geographical data and reference materials for Sandy Ground Village can be examined via Sandy Ground, Anguilla and the GeoNames record for Sandy Ground Village.
02 · OverviewSandy Ground Village, in brief
Sandy Ground Village is a village and one of the fourteen districts of Anguilla. It functions as the main port of the territory and is situated at latitude 18.20118 and longitude -63.08998.
What geographic features define Sandy Ground Village?
The settlement features a long curved beach that is backed by high cliffs and a disused salt pond. According to data from the GeoNames record for Sandy Ground Village, the coordinates place the area along the coast where maritime access defines the local geography.
How has the population of Sandy Ground Village been recorded?
Census figures document the number of inhabitants residing in the district over time. According to the 2011 census, Sandy Ground had a population of 230.
What historical events took place in the village?
On 19 March 1969, the settlement was affected by military actions. During Operation Sheepskin, British troops from 2 PARA that were deployed from HMS Rothesay landed on the nearby beach and occupied the village.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandy Ground Village
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01 · Q&AWhere is Sandy Ground Village located and what are its coordinates?
Sandy Ground Village is situated in Anguilla at geographic coordinates 18.2012, -63.0900, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Sandy Ground Village?
Sandy Ground Village has a recorded population of approximately 274 and observes the America/Anguilla time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Sandy Ground Village?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Sandy Ground Village include EN-AI, with XCD used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Sandy Ground Village?
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