Geography of Trinidad and Tobago
Geography of Trinidad and Tobago: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Trinidad and Tobago
Barbados is 213 mi to the north-east, Saint Lucia is 227 mi to the north, Saint Lucia is 234 mi to the north and Guyana is 351 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 10°39′34.6″N 61°30′6.8″W (10.6596, -61.5019)
Quick facts about Trinidad and Tobago
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 10°39′34.6″N 61°30′6.8″W (10.6596, -61.5019) |
| Capital | Port of Spain |
| Population | 1.500.000 |
| Area | 1.981 sq mi |
| ISO code | TT |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | TTO |
| Currency | Trinidad and Tobago dollar (TTD) |
| Languages | English |
| Calling code | +1-868 |
| Time zone | America/Port_of_Spain |
| Local time | 7:42 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Trinidad and Tobago is a country in North America. Trinidad and Tobago is a country in North America with its capital at Port of Spain. It has a population of about 1.5 million. The capital is Port of Spain.
Right now it is 78°F (26°C) in Trinidad and Tobago with overcast. It feels like 90°F. Today runs from 76°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Trinidad and Tobago is January, February, March, April and December. The climate is temperate. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. May is the warmest month with average highs near 89°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 74°F.
Nearby highlights include Saint Lucia.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 86°F is in line with the 87°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Trinidad and Tobago today at 9.9/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Trinidad and Tobago month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 86° | 74° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 88° | 74° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 89° | 74° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 89° | 75° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 89° | 77° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 87° | 76° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 87° | 75° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 87° | 76° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 89° | 77° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 89° | 77° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 87° | 76° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 86° | 74° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Trinidad and Tobago?
Trinidad and Tobago is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 10.6596, -61.5019. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Trinidad and Tobago right now?
It is currently 78°F (26°C) with overcast. Humidity is 96% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Trinidad and Tobago?
January, February, March, April and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Trinidad and Tobago, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Trinidad and Tobago in?
Trinidad and Tobago observes America/Port_of_Spain (UTC-04:00). The local time is 7:42 PM.
How many people live in Trinidad and Tobago?
Trinidad and Tobago has a population of approximately 1.5 million.
What are the top things to do in Trinidad and Tobago?
Popular options include Saint Lucia.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 7:42 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
