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Groningen, Suriname
Saramacca District · Suriname
Groningen is a small town in Saramacca District, Suriname with a population of 3,216. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Groningen
Groningen is the capital town of the Saramacca District, Suriname.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,216 |
| Population Density | 146 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.8000°, -55.4667° |
| Timezone | America/Paramaribo |
| Country | 🇸🇷 Suriname |
| State / Province | Saramacca District |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.8 inches (2,128 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Groningen
Groningen is a small town in Suriname (Saramacca District) with a population of 3,216. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.8 inches. The timezone is America/Paramaribo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.3°F |
| 49% above Suriname avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 184 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 22.0 sq mi (57.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 146/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.8000°N, 55.4667°W |
| Timezone | America/Paramaribo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 8.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 11.2 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 12.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 6.7 in |
Groningen has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 83.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.6") and October the driest (3.4").
Schools in Groningen
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O.S. Mathoora | — | — | — | — |
| H.C. Pawel | — | — | — | — |
| Sint Thadeuskerk School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Groningen
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio 10 Magic FM | — | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Radio Apintie | — | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Groningen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fu Wing Trading | |||||
| Fu Wing Trading | |||||
| Parkeer Plaats Rubim |
Hotels in Groningen
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Groningen
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Groningen
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Groningen
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Groningen
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Groningen
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Groningen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Groningen
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport | PBM | Large Airport |
| Braak Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eduard Alexander Gummels Airport | EAX | Small Airport |
| Gross Rosebel Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Henri Alwies Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Jarikaba Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Zorg en Hoop Airport | ORG | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Groningen
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Koninkrijkszaal van Jehovah's Getuigen | |
| Sint Thadeuskerk |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Suriname
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Groningen?
Groningen has a population of 3,216 residents and is located in Suriname. The population density is 146 people per square mile, spread across 22.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Groningen?
Groningen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 184 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.8 inches.