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Blijham, The Netherlands
Groningen · The Netherlands
Blijham is a small town in Groningen, The Netherlands with a population of 2,060. Elevation: -3 ft (-1 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Blijham
Blijham is a village with a population of 2,240 in the municipality of Westerwolde in the province of Groningen in the Netherlands. The origins of the settlement date back to the 11th century. Until 1968, Blijham was part of the municipality of Wedde. Until 2017, it was part of the municipality of Bellingwedde.
People
Economy
B+Climate
| Population | 2,060 |
| Population Density | 326 / sq mi |
| Elevation | -3 ft (-1 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.1092°, 7.0764° |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam |
| Country | 🇳🇱 The Netherlands |
| State / Province | Groningen |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.5 inches (1,130 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.1 inches (28 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $69,768 |
About Blijham
Blijham is a small town in The Netherlands (Groningen) with a population of 2,060. 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 41°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Amsterdam.
Income: Blijham vs The Netherlands
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Income
| Median HH Income | $69,768 |
| 7% below The Netherlands avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 165 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Blijham
Blijham has an average annual temperature of 10.1°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (18°C), the coldest is Jan (2.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 782 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.0°F |
| 4% below The Netherlands avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 209 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | -3 ft (-1 m) |
| Area | 6.3 sq mi (16.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 326/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.1092°N, 7.0764°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 2.8 in |
Blijham has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 36°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.8").
Schools in Blijham
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBS De Wiekslag | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Blijham
24 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Nordseewelle (Ostfriesland) (DE) | pop, regional radio | MP3 | |
| Radio Continu | classics, dutch | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HITZZZ!! | deutsch, dutch music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Noord | nieuws, regio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Piratenpower | country music, duits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| OOG Radio | local radio | MP3 | |
| Gigant FM | dutch music, nederlandstalig | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Hete Hits | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| New Wave (RU) | поп-музыка | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Nordseewelle (DE) | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Nordseewelle (Friesland & Wilhelmshaven) (DE) | pop, regional radio | MP3 | |
| Radio Nordseewelle (new) | - | MP3 | |
| Wattwerker (DE) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Prog Rock Station - laut.fm (DE) | progressive rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wattwerker | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| New Wave - BestNet Radio (US) | new wave | MP3 128 kbps | |
| firma lomp en onbenullig | echtepiraten, etherpiraten | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Ostfriesland Bürgerradio (DE) | alternative, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Calypso 64 kbps AAC Plus Stream | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Team FM Twente | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Hitgolfradio.nl | piraten, piratenhits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Calypso | oldies, piratenhits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Omroep Eemsdelta | contemporary | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Tirolia-Express | internet radio, schlager | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Blijham
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 't Hoeske van Opoe Iet | ||||
| Buddelschiff-Museum | ||||
| Gemaal De Hoogte | ||||
| Historische werkplaats | ||||
| Kaarsenmakerij | ||||
| Kapiteinswoning | ||||
| Kinderwagenmuseum | ||||
| Klokkengieterijmuseum Heiligerlee | ||||
| Miniwelten Lathen | ||||
| Museum Archeologische Vondsten | ||||
| Museum de Oude Wolden | ||||
| Museum Klooster Ter Apel | ||||
| Museum Mohlmann | ||||
| Museum Slaait'nhoes | ||||
| Museum Stad Appingedam | ||||
| Museum Stoomgemaal Winschoten | ||||
| Museumgemaal Cremer | ||||
| Museumkazerne SOB | ||||
| Museumspoorlijn STAR | ||||
| MuzeeAquarium | ||||
| Noord-Nederlands Trein & Tram Museum | ||||
| Oll Sprützenhuus | ||||
| Oorlogshistorie 1940-1945 | ||||
| Poppentheater & Museum | ||||
| Restaurant Slaait'nhoes | ||||
| Slag bij Heiligerlee | ||||
| Speelgoedmuseum | ||||
| Synagogaal Museum | ||||
| Terra Mora | ||||
| Tractor & Werktuigen Museum Jan Drenthe | ||||
| Veenkoloniaal museum | ||||
| Vestingmuseum | ||||
| Vestingmuseum Bad Nieuweschans | ||||
| Visserijmuseum Termunterzijl |
Libraries in Blijham
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afhaalpunt Bad Nieuweschans | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Appingedam | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Bellingwolde | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Blijham | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Finsterwolde | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Midwolda | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Musselkanaal | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Nieuwe Pekela | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Noordbroek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Onstwedde | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Oude Pekela | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Oude Schans | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Siddeburen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Stadskanaal | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Ter Apel | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Vlagtwedde | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Winschoten | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Zuidbroek | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Openbare Bibliotheek Veendam | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Blijham
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maandagmarkt | |||||
| Weekmarkt Ter Apel | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Borssum | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Bunde |
Gas Stations in Blijham
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Blijham
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Blijham
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Groningen Airport Eelde | GRQ | Large Airport |
| Wittmundhafen Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Alte Ems Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Baltrum Airport | BMR | Small Airport |
| Barßel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Borkum Airport | BMK | Small Airport |
| Brockzetel Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dankern Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Emden Airport | EME | Small Airport |
| Flugplatz Leer-Papenburg | - | Small Airport |
| Flugplatz Nordhorn-Lingen | - | Small Airport |
| Harlesiel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hoogeveen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Juist Airport | JUI | Small Airport |
| Langeoog Airport | LGO | Small Airport |
| Meppen Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Norden-Norddeich Airport | NOD | Small Airport |
| Norderney Airport | NRD | Small Airport |
| Oostwold Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Salland Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Stadskanaal Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Steinberg in Surwold Glider Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Veendam Glidersite | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Blijham
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hervormde Kerk |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in The Netherlands
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Blijham?
Blijham has a population of 2,060 residents and is located in The Netherlands. The population density is 326 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles.
Is Blijham expensive to live in?
The median household income is $69,768, 7% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Blijham?
Blijham has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches, with 11.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Blijham?
There are 165 business establishments in the area.