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Fundación, Dominican Republic
Barahona Province · Dominican Republic
Fundación is a small town in Barahona Province, Dominican Republic with a population of 2,511. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Fundación
Fundación is a town and municipality of the Colombian Department of Magdalena. Its people are known as Fundanenses. The primary economic activity is livestock-raising, for production of both meat and milk. Other crops are: corn, yuca, oranges, bananas, beans, sesame, sorghum, rice, tomatoes, and tobacco. There is also artisanal fishing.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,511 |
| Population Density | 53 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.2867°, -71.1815° |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Country | 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic |
| State / Province | Barahona Province |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.7 inches (805 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Fundación
Fundación is a small town in Dominican Republic (Barahona Province) with a population of 2,511. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is America/Santo_Domingo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Dominican Republic avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 47.8 sq mi (123.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.2867°N, 71.1815°W |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.2 m (11 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | HAITI & DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.2 m | 316,000 | 144 km |
| 1770 | PORT-AU-PRINCE | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 200 | 120 km |
| 1751 | AZUA DE COMPOSTELA | Earthquake | — | — | 56 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 80°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 1.0 in |
Fundación has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (0.7").
Radio Stations near Fundación
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palma 90.7 FM | merengue 80s 90s, salsa 80s 90s | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Fundación
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Larimar |
Farmers Markets in Fundación
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in Fundación
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Fundación
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cabo Rojo Airport | CBJ | Medium Airport |
| Maria Montez International Airport | BRX | Medium Airport |
| Azua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Constanza - Expedición 14 de Junio National Airport | COZ | Small Airport |
| Juancho Enriquillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan De La Maguana Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Fundación?
Fundación has a population of 2,511 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 47.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Fundación?
Fundación has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.