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Alkmaar, Suriname
Commewijne District · Suriname
Alkmaar is a small city in Commewijne District, Suriname with a population of 5,561. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Alkmaar
Alkmaar is a resort in Suriname, located in the Commewijne District. Its population at the 2012 census was 5,561.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,561 |
| Population Density | 178 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.8491°, -55.0177° |
| Timezone | America/Paramaribo |
| Country | 🇸🇷 Suriname |
| State / Province | Commewijne District |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.1 inches (2,010 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Alkmaar
Alkmaar is a small city in Suriname (Commewijne District) with a population of 5,561. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet (2 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.1 inches. The timezone is America/Paramaribo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Suriname avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 192 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 31.3 sq mi (81.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 178/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.8491°N, 55.0177°W |
| Timezone | America/Paramaribo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 10.6 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 11.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 7.4 in |
Alkmaar has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 79.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.8") and September the driest (3.2").
Schools in Alkmaar
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O.S. Kroonenburg | - | - | - | - |
| P.M. Legene | - | - | - | - |
| O.S. Alkmaar | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Alkmaar
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio 10 Magic FM | - | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Radio Apintie | - | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Alkmaar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotheek Surinaams Museum | ||||
| Bibliotheek Surinaams Museum | ||||
| Butterfly Plantation | ||||
| Fort Nieuw Amsterdam | ||||
| Fort Nieuw Amsterdam | ||||
| Fort Zeelandia | ||||
| Fort Zeelandia | ||||
| Koto Museum | ||||
| Koto Museum | ||||
| Mariënburg Suikerfabriek | ||||
| Numismatic Museum | ||||
| Peperpot Nature Reserve Information Centre | ||||
| Peperpot Nature Reserve Information Centre | ||||
| Sana Budaya | ||||
| Sana Budaya | ||||
| Telecom museum | ||||
| Telecom museum | ||||
| Verhalenmuseum |
Libraries in Alkmaar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adek-UvS Centrale Bibliotheek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibiliotheek | 0.0 | |||||
| CCS Cultureel Centrum Suriname | 0.0 | |||||
| Herbarium Suriname | 0.0 | |||||
| Herbarium Suriname | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of Medical Science | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of Medical Science | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Alkmaar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedrijfs Winkel | |||||
| Biliton Store | |||||
| Centrale Markt | |||||
| Choi's Groenten Markt | |||||
| Fu Wing Trading | |||||
| Fu Wing Trading | |||||
| Houtmarkt | |||||
| Houtmarkt | |||||
| Kwakoeplein | |||||
| Kwakoeplein | |||||
| Lelydorp Markt | |||||
| Orchid Association | |||||
| Orchid Association | |||||
| Orchid Market | |||||
| Orchid Market | |||||
| Parkeer Plaats Rubim | |||||
| Saoenah Markt | |||||
| Saoenah Markt | |||||
| Tang Fat | |||||
| Vreedzaammarkt | |||||
| Zondag/Woensdag Markt De Nieuwe Grond |
Hotels in Alkmaar
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Alkmaar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Ray | ||||
| Golden Ray | ||||
| Sranan Biri |
Stadiums & Teams in Alkmaar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Andre Kamperveen Stadion | ||
| Dr. Ir. F. Essed Stadion | ||
| NGVB Football stadion |
Airports Near Alkmaar
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport | PBM | Large Airport |
| Eduard Alexander Gummels Airport | EAX | Small Airport |
| Henri Alwies Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jarikaba Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Moengo Airstrip | MOJ | Small Airport |
| Zorg en Hoop Airport | ORG | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Alkmaar
9 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Anviti medical center | ||
| Body Mirrors | ||
| Bon Animo Medical Group | ||
| Diapura | ||
| Health Control | ||
| Prikpunt | ||
| RGD Poli Nw-Amsterdam | ||
| Seti Lab | ||
| Van Axel Dongen Revalidatie service |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alkmaar
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Masdjid Islam Sumarah | |
| Masdjid Muhadjirin |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Suriname
18 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Alkmaar
What is the population of Alkmaar?
Alkmaar has a population of 5,561 residents and is located in Suriname. The population density is 178 people per square mile, spread across 31.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alkmaar?
Alkmaar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 192 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.1 inches.