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Sainte-Rose offers a genuine French Caribbean experience, ideal for expats seeking a tranquil, nature-rich lifestyle deeply integrated into local life. Here, you'll find a slower pace with ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits, appealing to those who prioritize immersion over an established expat bubble.
While safety and healthcareinfrastructure are generally reliable, expect a more localized approach to services. Public transport is available, but personal mobility often enhances daily living. This destination suits individuals and families ready to embrace Guadeloupean culture and navigate island specifics with a degree of self-reliance.
Population
20,192
Area
15 km²
Density
1,317 per km²
Founded
-
Language
French
Distance to Coast
1 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Sainte-Rose
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Climate & Weather in Sainte-Rose
Sainte-Rose has a **tropical rainforest climate (Köppen Af)**, with warm temperatures throughout the year, high humidity, and frequent rainfall. Conditions are generally hot, oppressively humid, and trade-wind influenced, with a wetter late-summer to autumn period and a somewhat drier winter and early spring. The current weather pattern of warm temperatures and high humidity is consistent with the city’s long-term tropical climate.
Summer Average
29°C
Winter Average
26°C
Climate Type
Tropical Rainforest
Rainy Days
190
Sunny Days
220
Humidity
79%
Spring
March - May
26-29°C
Spring is warm to hot and often humid, with a gradual increase in rainfall as the wet season approaches. Cloud cover and passing showers are common, but there are also bright periods between rain events.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
27-31°C
Summer is hot, humid, and one of the wetter parts of the year, with frequent showers and periods of heavier rain. Sea breezes and trade winds help moderate the heat somewhat.
High rainfall
Autumn
September - November
27-30°C
Autumn is typically the wettest season, with tropical downpours more frequent and humidity remaining high. Temperatures stay warm with little seasonal change.
Very High rainfall
Winter
December - February
24-28°C
Winter is the relatively drier and slightly cooler season, though still warm by tropical standards. Skies are often clearer, and rainfall is lower than later in the year.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Sainte-Rose
Advantages
Sainte-Rose
Beautiful Caribbean beaches
Rich cultural heritage sites
Tight-knit community atmosphere
Affordable tropical living
Lush natural landscapes
Strong local school network
Disadvantages
Sainte-Rose
Limited higher education options
Few coworking spaces available
Restricted job market locally
Limited nightlife and entertainment
Hurricane season vulnerability
Safety & Security in Sainte-Rose
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
55
/100
Guadeloupe Avg
58
North America Avg
57
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
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Sainte-Rose
Guadeloupe Average
No city-specific data available — showing Guadeloupe country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Moderate
Safety from Crime
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Moderate
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Moderate
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Moderate
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 80/100
No data for Sainte-Rose — showing hazard indicators from nearby Les Abymes (~22 km).
