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Achlum, The Netherlands
Friesland · The Netherlands
Achlum is a small town in Friesland, The Netherlands with a population of 525. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
BClimate
| Population | 525 |
| Population Density | 54 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.1493°, 5.4835° |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam |
| Country | 🇳🇱 The Netherlands |
| State / Province | Friesland |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.4 inches (1,280 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.9 inches (23 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $56,808 |
About Achlum
Achlum is a small town in The Netherlands (Friesland) with a population of 525. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Amsterdam.
Income: Achlum vs The Netherlands
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,808 |
| 24% below The Netherlands avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 42 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below The Netherlands avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 230 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 9.7 sq mi (25.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 54/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.1493°N, 5.4835°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.9 in |
Achlum has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 37°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.5") and April the driest (1.5").
Schools in Achlum
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IKC It Iepen Finster | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Achlum
22 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tukker FM | folk, oldies | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIONL | 24/7, dutch music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Joy Radio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Zeilsteen radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hot radio Classics | local news, local radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Urk FM | christian, preaching | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Seagull | album, alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XerosRadio Top 40 | top 40 | AAC | |
| Grunn FM | pop, streektaal | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Lokale Omroep Ameland | local news, local radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Emmeloord | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio n31 | piraat, the best of 80's | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Seabreeze | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Omroep Zilt | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| 4EverRadio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Dedimusic | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| XerosRadio | 60s, 70s | AAC | |
| onverantwoord.com | 24/7, various music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Spannenburg | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HoornRadio | community radio, local news | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Ideaal FM | hits, oldies | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Urk FM geestelijk | misc | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Achlum
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aerden Plaats | ||||
| Afsluitdijk Wadden Center | ||||
| Bezoekerscentruim Uniastate | ||||
| Bezoekerscentrum, expeditieschip van Willem Barentsz | ||||
| Bierbrouwerij Us Heit | ||||
| De mummies van Wiuwert | ||||
| Epemastate | ||||
| Fietselfstedentocht | ||||
| First Frisian Skating Museum | ||||
| Fries Scheepvaart Museum | ||||
| Gemeentemuseum Het Hannemahuis | ||||
| It Tsiispakhús | ||||
| Jopie Huisman Museum | ||||
| Kazemattenmuseum Kornwerderzand | ||||
| Keatsmuseum | ||||
| Korendragershuisje | ||||
| Kunst-van-Petra | ||||
| Meijer Motoren Museum | ||||
| Modelspoor Museum | ||||
| Molenhuis De Jager | ||||
| Museum De Tiid | ||||
| Museum en Werkplaats Houtstad IJlst | ||||
| Museum Hindeloopen | ||||
| Museum Martena | ||||
| Museum Warkums Erfskip | ||||
| Poptaslot - Azingastate - Heringastate | ||||
| Royal Eise Eisinga Planetarium | ||||
| Schoolplatenmuseum | ||||
| Skerven fan 'e Skar | ||||
| Witte Swaen | ||||
| Wrakkenmuseum |
Libraries in Achlum
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotheek Bolsward | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Dronryp | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Franeker | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Harlingen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Koudum | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Makkum | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Sint-Annaparochie | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Sneek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Terschelling | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Wommels | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Workum | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Achlum
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Versmarkt De 3 Ambachten |
Breweries in Achlum
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Friese Bierbrouwerij BV | ||||
| Het Brouwdok |
Airports Near Achlum
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| De Kooy Airfield / Den Helder Naval Air Station | DHR | Medium Airport |
| Leeuwarden Air Base | LWR | Medium Airport |
| Lelystad Airport | LEY | Medium Airport |
| Ameland Airport Ballum | — | Small Airport |
| De Voorst Glidersite | — | Small Airport |
| Drachten Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Middenmeer Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Noordkop Glidersite | — | Small Airport |
| Royal Dutch Aerospace Center | — | Small Airport |
| Slootdorp Glidersite | — | Small Airport |
| Texel International Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Achlum
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gertrudiskerk |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in The Netherlands
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Achlum
What is the population of Achlum?
Achlum has a population of 525 residents and is located in The Netherlands. The population density is 54 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles.
Is Achlum expensive to live in?
The median household income is $56,808, 24% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Achlum?
Achlum has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.4 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Achlum?
There are 42 business establishments in the area.