The Bottom
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Check visit & living safetyUpdated Friday, September 11, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content
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Would you visit or live in The Bottom?
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Generally suitable with routine precautions
Visitors find The Bottom generally safe, with low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere. The main risks are weather‑related (hurricanes, heavy rain) and the limited availability of specialized medical care; travelers should carry adequate travel insurance and be prepared for possible transport delays.
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- Latest air-quality reading is not elevated
- Limited medical facilities on the island
- Exposure to tropical storms and hurricanes
- Small population and low crime rates
- Remote location requiring sea or air travel for major services
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: The Bottom month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in The Bottom are typically February, March and April, with average daytime highs around 25–25°C. September is usually the warmest month (average high 28°C), February the coldest (average low 23°C), and October the wettest (about 130 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.9 | 23.4 | 31 | 10.9 |
| February | 24.6 | 23.1 | 39 | 10.9 |
| March | 24.6 | 23.3 | 22 | 11.4 |
| April | 25.1 | 23.7 | 42 | 11.6 |
| May | 25.9 | 24.5 | 56 | 11.6 |
| June | 26.6 | 25.2 | 36 | 11.8 |
| July | 26.9 | 25.3 | 62 | 11.9 |
| August | 27.3 | 25.7 | 85 | 11.5 |
| September | 27.5 | 25.7 | 124 | 11.0 |
| October | 27.3 | 25.5 | 130 | 10.6 |
| November | 26.5 | 24.9 | 105 | 10.1 |
| December | 25.7 | 24.1 | 41 | 10.5 |
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People and places shaping The Bottom
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Research updated Tuesday, September 1, 2026Past and future events in The Bottom
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Previously
- Documented history · 1640
The first European settlements occurred around 1640, by colonists from Zeeland.
- Documented history · 1865
In 1865, the population of The Bottom was 616 inhabitants.
- Documented history · 1877
In 1877, construction of Sacred Heart Catholic Church began in The Bottom; the church is still operational today, although the building was replaced in 1909 and again in 1934.
- Documented history · 1900
By 1900, The Bottom was one of four main villages on Saba, along with St.
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01 · OverviewThe Bottom, in brief
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02 · HistoryHow The Bottom took shape
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03 · VisitVisiting The Bottom
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04 · Food & cultureFood and everyday culture in The Bottom
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05 · ArtsArts and cultural life in The Bottom
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06 · EconomyWork and the economy in The Bottom
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07 · SafetySafety and practical guidance for The Bottom
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08 · QuestionsQuestions about The Bottom
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Bottom
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01 · Q&AWhere is The Bottom located and what are its coordinates?
The Bottom is situated in Bonaire, Saint Eustatius and Saba at geographic coordinates 17.6265, -63.2497 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of The Bottom?
The Bottom has a recorded population of approximately 488 and observes the America/Kralendijk time zone (USD).
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in The Bottom?
Official and commonly spoken languages in The Bottom include nl, pap, en, and the circulating currency is USD.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for The Bottom?
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