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Dokkum, The Netherlands
Friesland · The Netherlands
Dokkum is a small city in Friesland, The Netherlands with a population of 12,669. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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People
Economy
BClimate
| Population | 12,669 |
| Population Density | 3,559 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.3222°, 5.9970° |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam |
| Country | 🇳🇱 The Netherlands |
| State / Province | Friesland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.1 inches (814 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $56,808 |
About Dokkum
Dokkum is a small city in The Netherlands (Friesland) with a population of 12,669. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet (2 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Amsterdam.
Income: Dokkum vs The Netherlands
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Income
| Median HH Income | $56,808 |
| 24% below The Netherlands avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 1,014 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Dokkum
Dokkum has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.9°C), the coldest is Jan (5°C). Average annual precipitation is 965 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.3°F |
| 11% below The Netherlands avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,559/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.3222°N, 5.9970°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 3.1 in |
Dokkum has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 36°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.5") and April the driest (1.7").
Schools in Dokkum
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBS Eben Haezer | — | — | — | — |
| De Twine | — | — | — | — |
| Dockingacollege | — | — | — | — |
| Dockingacollege | — | — | — | — |
| Daltoncollege | — | — | — | — |
| OBS Nynke van Hichtumschool | — | — | — | — |
| CBS De Regenboog | — | — | — | — |
| Kindcentrum De Pionier | — | — | — | — |
| Firda Birdaarderstraatweg | — | — | — | — |
| PRO Dokkum Praktijkonderwijs | — | — | — | — |
| CBS De Hoeksteen | — | — | — | — |
| OBS Burgerschool | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Dokkum
13 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 | |
| RTV NOF radio | local radio, music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| XerosRadio Top 40 | top 40 | AAC | |
| Grunn FM | pop, streektaal | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Music from earth | dutch music, various music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| XerosRadio | 60s, 70s | AAC | |
| Dedimusic | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| 4EverRadio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio n31 | piraat, the best of 80's | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Lokale Omroep Ameland | local news, local radio | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Dokkum
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 't Andere Museum | ||||
| 't Fiskershúske | ||||
| Botanische Tuin De Kruidhof | ||||
| Bunkermuseum Schlei | ||||
| Commandopost Grou | ||||
| De Utrecht | ||||
| Dekemastate | ||||
| Fogelsanghstate | ||||
| Fries Landbouwmuseum | ||||
| Fries Museum | ||||
| Fries Verzetsmuseum | ||||
| Historisch Centrum Leeuwarden | ||||
| Huis Van Eysinga | ||||
| IJstijdenmuseum | ||||
| It Kokelhûs fan Jan en Sjut | ||||
| Keramiekmuseum Princessehof | ||||
| Kerkmuseum Jannum | ||||
| Kollumer Museum Mr. Andreae | ||||
| Lancaster-expositie | ||||
| Landbouw-Juttersmuseum 'Swartwoude' | ||||
| Landbouwmuseum 'de Brink' | ||||
| Mineralogisch Museum | ||||
| Molenmuseum De Eendracht | ||||
| Motormuseum Friesland | ||||
| Museum de Grutterswinkel | ||||
| Museum De Schierstins | ||||
| Museum Dokkum | ||||
| Museum Drachten | ||||
| Museum Warten | ||||
| Museumboerderij Ot en Sien | ||||
| Museumhaven Leeuwarden | ||||
| Natuurcentrum Ameland | ||||
| Natuurmuseum Bruinenberg | ||||
| Natuurmuseum Fryslân | ||||
| OBE | ||||
| Observeum | ||||
| Openluchtmuseum De Spitkeet | ||||
| Openluchtmuseum De Sûkerei | ||||
| Pier Pander Museum | ||||
| Pier Pandertempel | ||||
| RariteitenKabinet Gribus | ||||
| Ruurd Wiersma Hûs | ||||
| Schelpenmuseum Paal 14 | ||||
| Scherjon's Klompenmuseum | ||||
| Skûtsjemuseum | ||||
| Traditiekamer Vliegbasis Leeuwarden | ||||
| Vlasmuseum | ||||
| Werelderfgoedcentrum (WEC) Waddenzee |
Libraries in Dokkum
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotheek Ameland (Nes) | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Buitenpost | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek De Westereen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Dokkum | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Drachten | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Hallum | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Kollum | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Schiermonnikoog | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Surhuisterveen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Ureterp | 0.0 | |||||
| dbieb Burgum | 0.0 | |||||
| dbieb Grou | 0.0 | |||||
| dbieb Gytsjerk | 0.0 | |||||
| dbieb Leeuwarden | 0.0 | |||||
| dbieb Stiens | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dokkum
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dinsdagmarkt Stiens | |||||
| Markt Raadhuisplein | |||||
| Weekmarkt |
Hotels in Dokkum
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dokkum
13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dokkum
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Dokkum
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Dokkum
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Dokkum
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Dokkum
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dokkum
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dokkum
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Dokkum
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Dokkum
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bierbrouwerij Bjuster |
Stadiums & Teams in Dokkum
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Dokkum
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Groningen Airport Eelde | GRQ | Large Airport |
| Leeuwarden Air Base | LWR | Medium Airport |
| Ameland Airport Ballum | — | Small Airport |
| Borkum Airport | BMK | Small Airport |
| De Voorst Glidersite | — | Small Airport |
| Drachten Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hoogeveen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Royal Dutch Aerospace Center | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dokkum
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bonifatiuskapel | |
| Fonteinkerk | |
| Grote of Sint-Martinuskerk | |
| Marthakerk | |
| Sint Bonifatiuskerk | |
| Sint Catharinakerk | |
| Verenigde christelijke kerk |
Quick Facts
🇳🇱 About The Netherlands
Public Holidays in The Netherlands
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Dokkum
What is the population of Dokkum?
Dokkum has a population of 12,669 residents and is located in The Netherlands. The population density is 3,559 people per square mile, spread across 3.6 square miles.
Is Dokkum 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 Dokkum?
Dokkum has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.1 inches.
How is the job market in Dokkum?
There are 1,014 business establishments in the area.