St Lucia at a glimpse

Capital and largest city: Castries

Geographical Location: 61 degrees West and 14 degrees North

Language: English is the official language spoken, but there is also a Vernacular language called Creole, which is also popular amongst islanders.

Ethnic groups: 85.3% Black (African), 10.9% Mixed, 2.2% Indian, 1.6% Other/Unspecified

Population: 184,961

Official Currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD), but the US dollar (USD) is widely accepted.

Climate: The weather in Saint Lucia stays consistently warm throughout the year. The average temperature ranges from 23 to 31 degrees Celsius (84 to 87 degrees Fahrenheit). The busiest time to visit Saint Lucia is from December to April, during the driest season. Visitors take advantage of this season to adventure through the Tet Paul Nature Trail in Soufrière and the Pitons, soak in the mineral baths in Soufrière, and zipline through the dense rainforests. Temperature Averages about 85⁰F, with an average of 80 inches of rainfall per year.