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Portsmouth is a small coastal town in northern Dominica known for its lush surroundings, calm bay, and access to the island's rich natural attractions. It sits near the mouth of the Indian River, where visitors can take guided boat tours through mangroves and tropical rainforest. The town is also a gateway to Cabrits National Park and Fort Shirley, a restored colonial fort with panoramic views. With its laid-back atmosphere, black sand beaches, and proximity to hiking trails and wildlife, Portsmouth offers an authentic and nature-focused experience of Dominica.
Language:
English
Currency:
East Caribbean dollar (XCD), US dollar (US$)
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| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| High | 82 | 82 | 83 | 84 | 85 | 86 | 86 | 87 | 87 | 84 | 85 | 83 |
| Low | 71 | 71 | 71 | 73 | 75 | 76 | 76 | 76 | 75 | 74 | 73 | 72 |
| Average | 77 | 77 | 77 | 78 | 80 | 81 | 81 | 81 | 81 | 79 | 79 | 78 |
| Temperature (Celsius) | ||||||||||||
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| High | 28 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 29 | 29 | 28 |
| Low | 22 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 22 |
| Average | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 26 |
| Precipitation | ||||||||||||
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| Inches | 6 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 15 | 9 |
| Centimeters | 15 | 10 | 13 | 13 | 23 | 15 | 18 | 25 | 30 | 33 | 38 | 23 |
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