Updated Jan 18, 2026
KEY STATS
49K
Population
203 Mbps
Internet
POS (21km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Port of Spain is a capital city in Trinidad and Tobago with a population of 49K. Internet speeds average 203 Mbps download. The city has 2,556 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Trinidad and Tobago
Region
Caribbean
Population
49K
Currency
TTD
Language
English
Status
Capital City
Airport
POS
GPS
10.67, -61.52
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
203 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Climate
Year-round average of 27C — near-ideal temperatures
A smaller city of 49,031 people in Trinidad and Tobago
INFRASTRUCTURE
2,556 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
230
Cafes
50
Bars
160
Fast Food
209
Shopping
Supermarkets
130
Convenience
115
Shopping Malls
39
Healthcare
Hospitals
20
Clinics
56
Pharmacies
71
Education
Schools
143
Universities
31
Libraries
9
Recreation
Parks
81
Playgrounds
10
Sports
187
Cinemas
3
Museums
5
Theatres
8
Transport
Bus Stops
16
Train Stations
11
Fuel Stations
51
Services
Banks
66
ATMs
23
Post Offices
96
Police
39
Fire Stations
11
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
203 Mbps
Download
148 Mbps
Upload
9ms
Latency
14,583
Tests
5,144
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Dec
26°
J
26°
F
27°
M
27°
A
27°
M
27°
J
27°
J
27°
A
27°
S
27°
O
27°
N
26°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 26.8 C Range: 26.4 - 27.1 C Rain: 975 mm/year Sunshine: 3,903 h/year
CITY SCORES
84.3
Nomad Index
D
Livability
37.5
Culture
45.6
Overall
AIRPORT
POS
Piarco International Airport
21 km from center
~38 min ride
FUN FACTS
Port of Spain (Trinidadian English: Port ah Spain [ˈpʊo̯t a ˈspɪe̯n] ) is the capital and chief port of Trinidad and Tobago.
With a municipal population of 49,867 (2017), an urban population of 81,142 and a transient daily population of 250,000, it is Trinidad and Tobago's third largest municipality, after Chaguanas and San Fernando.
Port of Spain is located on the Gulf of Paria, on the northwest coast of the island of Trinidad and is part of a larger conurbation stretching from Chaguaramas in the west to Arima in the east with an estimated population of 600,000.
The city serves primarily as a retail and administrative centre and it has been the capital of the island since 1757.
It is also an important financial services centre for the Caribbean and is home to two of the largest banks in the region.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Port of Spain known for?
Port of Spain is a city in Trinidad and Tobago. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Port of Spain?
Port of Spain has an average download speed of 203 Mbps and upload speed of 148 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Port of Spain?
Port of Spain has an average year-round temperature of approximately 26.8 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Port of Spain?
Port of Spain is served by POS (Piarco International Airport), approximately 21 km from the city center.
What is the population of Port of Spain?
The population of Port of Spain is approximately 49K.
What infrastructure does Port of Spain have?
Port of Spain has 2,556 mapped points of interest, including 230 restaurants, 20 hospitals, 143 schools.
What country is Port of Spain in?
Port of Spain is located in Trinidad and Tobago.
