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Gustavia

Decide whether to visit or live in Gustavia, then explore current conditions, local people, the map, and concise sourced context.

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Updated Sunday, October 25, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Should I visit Gustavia?

Generally suitable with routine precautions

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Gustavia month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Gustavia are typically January, February and March, 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 130 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January26.224.83410.8
February25.924.44310.9
March26.024.62211.4
April26.425.04711.6
May27.225.85211.6
June28.026.64211.8
July28.326.76711.8
August28.727.08511.5
September28.927.113011.0
October28.726.811610.6
November27.926.211110.1
December27.125.54410.4

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What is being reported around Gustavia

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People and places shaping Gustavia

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Research updated Saturday, October 17, 2026
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Past and future events in Gustavia

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Past · documented context

Previously

  1. Documented history · 1648

    Saint Barthélemy was first claimed by France in 1648.

  2. Documented history · 1784

    The island was given to Sweden in exchange for trade rights in Gothenburg in 1784 and Sweden founded the Swedish West India Company.

  3. Documented history · 1878

    Prospering during the Napoleonic Wars, assets were low thereafter, and the island was sold back to France in 1878.

  4. Documented history · 1786

    According to the archives, the name Gustavia appeared between December 28, 1786, and February 9, 1787.

  5. French Claim of Saint Barthélemy

    Saint Barthélemy was first claimed by France in 1648.

Current public leadership

  • Dantes Magras

    Serves as the Consul at the Royal Swedish Consulate at Gustavia.

People associated with this place

  • Eugénie Blanchard

    the oldest verified person in the world at the time of her death. She spent most of her life in Gustavia.

Historical figures

  • Gustav III of Sweden

    King of Sweden in honor of whom Gustavia was named.

Local business and employers

  • Swedish West India Company

    Founded by Sweden after acquiring the island in 1784.

  • Senses

    Boutique located in Gustavia.

  • Tawa B’Art

    Boutique located in Gustavia.

Newspapers and local media

No local newspaper or media outlet has passed the source checks for Gustavia yet.

Buildings and landmarks

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Interactive geography

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01 · Overview

Gustavia, in brief

Gustavia is mapped here through verified geographic facts and source-linked daily data. Its longer editorial profile is in the enrichment queue.

02 · History

How Gustavia took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Gustavia

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Gustavia

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Gustavia

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Gustavia

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Gustavia

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08 · Questions

Questions about Gustavia

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gustavia

Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.

01 · Q&A

Where is Gustavia located and what are its coordinates?

Gustavia is situated in Saint Barthelemy at geographic coordinates 17.8962, -62.8498, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Gustavia?

Gustavia has a recorded population of approximately 5,988 and observes the America/St_Barthelemy time zone.

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Gustavia?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Gustavia include French, with EUR used for local transactions.

04 · Q&A

How can I check live conditions and daily updates for Gustavia?

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