Frederiksted
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Frederiksted month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Frederiksted are typically January, February and March, with average daytime highs around 27–28°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 30°C), February the coldest (average low 24°C), and September the wettest (about 140 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.3 | 24.3 | 37 | 10.9 |
| February | 27.1 | 24.0 | 42 | 10.9 |
| March | 27.5 | 24.1 | 39 | 11.2 |
| April | 28.1 | 24.5 | 65 | 11.8 |
| May | 28.8 | 25.3 | 93 | 11.7 |
| June | 29.5 | 26.2 | 62 | 12.0 |
| July | 29.6 | 26.3 | 80 | 11.9 |
| August | 29.9 | 26.6 | 107 | 11.5 |
| September | 29.8 | 26.6 | 140 | 10.8 |
| October | 29.5 | 26.3 | 109 | 10.5 |
| November | 28.6 | 25.6 | 121 | 10.0 |
| December | 27.9 | 25.0 | 42 | 10.6 |
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People and places shaping Frederiksted
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Previously
- Documented history · 1867
The 1867 Virgin Islands earthquake and tsunami heavily damaged the town.
- Documented history · 1878
The town was destroyed by a labor revolt (known as "The Fireburn" because arson was utilized as a means of revolt) in October 1878, which was led by four Crucian female laborers.
- Documented history · 2000
The 2000 census population of the town was 732, and that of the larger sub-district was 3,767.
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01 · OverviewFrederiksted, in brief
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02 · HistoryHow Frederiksted took shape
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03 · VisitVisiting Frederiksted
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04 · Food & cultureFood and everyday culture in Frederiksted
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05 · ArtsArts and cultural life in Frederiksted
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06 · EconomyWork and the economy in Frederiksted
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07 · SafetySafety and practical guidance for Frederiksted
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08 · QuestionsQuestions about Frederiksted
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Frequently Asked Questions about Frederiksted
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01 · Q&AWhere is Frederiksted located and what are its coordinates?
Frederiksted is situated in U.S. Virgin Islands at geographic coordinates 17.7123, -64.8818 with an elevation of 5 meters above sea level.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Frederiksted?
Frederiksted has a recorded population of approximately 528 and observes the America/St_Thomas time zone (USD).
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Frederiksted?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Frederiksted include en-VI, and the circulating currency is USD.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Frederiksted?
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