Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
Territory · Africa, Western Africa
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha is a British Overseas Territory located in the South Atlantic Ocean, part of the African region. The territory covers 394 square kilometers and had a population of about 5,600 in 2016. Its capital is Jamestown.
Highlights
This reference covers 4 sights across the territory. Notable locations include historical sites such as Longwood House, Plantation House, and the steep staircase known as Jacob's Ladder. Nature enthusiasts may visit the Gough and Inaccessible Islands, which are recognized by UNESCO.
When to go
The climate data is for Jamestown, the capital. Temperatures remain consistent throughout the year, with averages ranging from 19 °C in August to 24 °C in March. Rainfall is generally low across all months, with the highest precipitation occurring in June and July at 60 mm and 56 mm respectively. Most months see very few rainy days.
Practical notes
English is the official language. The currency is the Saint Helena pound, which is used alongside the pound sterling. Traffic drives on the left side of the road. The territory operates on UTC±00:00 time. For international calls, the calling code is +247.
Top sights in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
Weather by month
The warmest month is March, averaging 24 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperature, °C | 22 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 21 |
| Rainfall, mm | 33 | 43 | 53 | 51 | 39 | 60 | 56 | 56 | 37 | 28 | 20 | 27 |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Jamestown (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Museum of Saint Helena