Dominica
Geographical & General info
- Capital: Roseau
- Population: approx. 72,000
- Languages: English (official), Dominican Creole French
- Area: 751 km²
- Time Zone: UTC-4 (AST)
- Currency: East Caribbean dollar (XCD)
- Flag colors: Green, yellow, black, white, red
- National Day: November 3 (Independence Day)
- National Anthem: Isle of Beauty, Isle of Splendour
- Neighboring countries: None (island nation in the Caribbean Sea)
Top 15 Largest cities
- Roseau
- Portsmouth
- Canefield
- Marigot
- Grand Bay (Berekua)
- Mahaut
- Atkinson
- Salisbury (Barroui)
- Saint Joseph
- Wesley
- Soufrière
- Pont Casse
- Castle Bruce
- La Plaine
- Calibishie
Top 15 Attractions
- Boiling Lake (Morne Trois Pitons)
- Trafalgar Falls
- Morne Trois Pitons National Park (UNESCO)
- Champagne Reef
- Titou Gorge
- Emerald Pool
- Indian River (Portsmouth)
- Cabrits National Park & Fort Shirley
- Victoria Falls
- Scotts Head & Soufrière Bay
- Kalinago Territory
- Middleham Falls
- Papillote Tropical Gardens
- Roseau Botanic Gardens
- Waitukubuli National Trail
Climate and Nature
Dominica features a tropical rainforest climate with warm temperatures and abundant rainfall, nurturing dense verdant vegetation. Known as the "Nature Island of the Caribbean", its volcanic terrain holds 365 rivers, geothermal hot springs, lush jungles, and waterfalls.
Culture and Gastronomy
Dominican culture is a vibrant blend of African, French, and indigenous Kalinago traditions. Gastronomy focuses on fresh catches, local root vegetables, tropical fruits, and flavorful island stews seasoned with local spices.
Economy
Dominica's economy depends largely on agriculture (exporting bananas, citrus, and coconuts) and sustainable eco-tourism. The Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program also generates critical revenue for infrastructure development.
Did you know?
- Dominica is home to the world's second-largest hot spring lake, known as 'Boiling Lake', actively heated by volcanic vents?
- Champagne Reef gets its name from volcanic geothermal gas bubbles continuously rising through the seafloor, mimicking a glass of champagne?
- Dominica is the only Eastern Caribbean island with a pre-Columbian Kalinago indigenous population still living in an assigned territory?
- The endemic Sisserou Parrot (Imperial Amazon), found only in Dominica's mountain rainforests, is featured on the national flag?
- Filmmakers selected Dominica's untouched jungle landscapes as key filming locations for Disney's 'Pirates of the Caribbean' sequels?
Live footage: Discover Dominica via webcams and livestreams
Watch the most current webcams in Dominica and enjoy real-time footage from beautiful locations. Whether you want to check the current weather, see the crowds at points of interest, or simply want to daydream with a livestream from Dominica: our interactive map points you to the best camera viewpoints.
All webcam locations in Dominica: Weather & Info
In the list below you'll find all available webcams from Dominica in alphabetical order. Click on a city for the full live connection, current temperature, wind speed and local weather conditions for that specific place.
