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Bánica, Dominican Republic
Elías Piña · Dominican Republic
Bánica is a small town in Elías Piña, Dominican Republic with a population of 1,443. Elevation: 909 ft (277 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Bánica
San Francisco de Bánica, or simply Bánica, is a town and municipality in the northwest region of Dominican Republic in the Elías Piña province. It is located on the border with Haiti near the Artibonite river. The name Bánica comes from the Taíno name of the region, Banique.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,443 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 909 ft (277 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.0824°, -71.7054° |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Country | 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic |
| State / Province | Elías Piña |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.8 inches (1,545 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bánica
Bánica is a small town in Dominican Republic (Elías Piña) with a population of 1,443. The city sits at an elevation of 909 feet (277 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.8 inches. The timezone is America/Santo_Domingo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.0°F |
| 44% above Dominican Republic avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 226 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 909 ft (277 m) |
| Area | 158.1 sq mi (409.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.0824°N, 71.7054°W |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1842 | CAP-HAITIAN | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 5,300 | 91 km |
| 2010 | HAITI & DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.2 m | 316,000 | 112 km |
| 1770 | PORT-AU-PRINCE | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 200 | 90 km |
| 1751 | AZUA DE COMPOSTELA | Earthquake | — | — | 124 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 10.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 8.7 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 1.1 in |
Bánica has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 60.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (10.4") and January the driest (0.7").
Museums in Bánica
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de La Frontera |
Libraries in Bánica
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca de Comendador | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bánica
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elias Piña Mercado | |||||
| Marché de Biassou | |||||
| Marché de Cerca-la-Source | |||||
| Marché de Los Cacaos | |||||
| Marché de Paincroix | |||||
| Marché de Saltadère | |||||
| Marche de Thomassique | |||||
| Marché de Tilory | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Bánica | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in Bánica
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bánica
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cap Haitien International Airport | CAP | Large Airport |
| Toussaint Louverture International Airport | PAP | Large Airport |
| Dajabon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hinche Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ouanaminthe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Peñuela / Esperanza Field | — | Small Airport |
| Phaeton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pignon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Piloto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan De La Maguana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Walterio Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Dominican Republic
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bánica
What is the population of Bánica?
Bánica has a population of 1,443 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 158.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bánica?
Bánica has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.8 inches.