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Harlingen, The Netherlands
Friesland · The Netherlands
Harlingen is a small city in Friesland, The Netherlands with a population of 16,119. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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About Harlingen
Harlingen is a municipality and a city in the northern Netherlands, in the province of Friesland.
People
Economy
BClimate
| Population | 16,119 |
| Population Density | 1,669 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.1748°, 5.4224° |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam |
| Country | 🇳🇱 The Netherlands |
| State / Province | Friesland |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.4 inches (1,280 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.9 inches (23 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $56,808 |
About Harlingen
Harlingen is a small city in The Netherlands (Friesland) with a population of 16,119. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Amsterdam.
Income: Harlingen vs The Netherlands
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Income
| Median HH Income | $56,808 |
| 24% below The Netherlands avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 1,290 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Harlingen
Harlingen has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.9°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 883 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below The Netherlands avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 230 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 9.7 sq mi (25.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,669/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.1748°N, 5.4224°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 2.7 in | |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 3.0 in |
Harlingen has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 37°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.6") and April the driest (1.5").
Colleges & Universities in Harlingen
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maritiem Instituut Willem Barentsz | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Harlingen
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IKC Prins Johan Friso | — | — | — | — |
| ikc het bAken | — | — | — | — |
| IKC Sint Michaël – Locatie Hofstraat | — | — | — | — |
| IKC Sint Michaël – Locatie Schritsen | — | — | — | — |
| IKC 't Wad | — | — | — | — |
| IKC Het Noorderlicht | — | — | — | — |
| RSG Simon Vestdijk | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Harlingen
19 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tukker FM | folk, oldies | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Joy Radio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIONL | 24/7, dutch music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Zeilsteen radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hot radio Classics | local news, local radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Grunn FM | pop, streektaal | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Seagull | album, alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XerosRadio Top 40 | top 40 | AAC | |
| XerosRadio | 60s, 70s | AAC | |
| Ideaal FM | hits, oldies | MP3 192 kbps | |
| onverantwoord.com | 24/7, various music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Dedimusic | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| 4EverRadio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Omroep Zilt | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Spannenburg | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HoornRadio | community radio, local news | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Seabreeze | — | 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 Harlingen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afsluitdijk Wadden Center | ||||
| Bezoekerscentrum, expeditieschip van Willem Barentsz | ||||
| Bierbrouwerij Us Heit | ||||
| Bunker Museum Terschelling | ||||
| Centrum voor Natuur en Landschap & Zeeaquarium | ||||
| Epemastate | ||||
| Fietselfstedentocht | ||||
| First Frisian Skating Museum | ||||
| Fries Scheepvaart Museum | ||||
| Gemeentemuseum Het Hannemahuis | ||||
| It Tsiispakhús | ||||
| Jopie Huisman Museum | ||||
| Kazemattenmuseum Kornwerderzand | ||||
| Keatsmuseum | ||||
| Korendragershuisje | ||||
| Kunst-van-Petra | ||||
| Meijer Motoren Museum | ||||
| Molenhuis De Jager | ||||
| Museum 't Behouden Huys | ||||
| Museum De Tiid | ||||
| Museum en Werkplaats Houtstad IJlst | ||||
| Museum Hindeloopen | ||||
| Museum Martena | ||||
| Museum Warkums Erfskip | ||||
| Royal Eise Eisinga Planetarium | ||||
| Skerven fan 'e Skar | ||||
| Witte Swaen | ||||
| Wrakkenmuseum |
Libraries in Harlingen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotheek Bolsward | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Dronryp | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Franeker | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Harlingen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Makkum | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Sint-Annaparochie | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Sneek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Terschelling | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Wommels | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Workum | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Harlingen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Versmarkt De 3 Ambachten |
Hotels in Harlingen
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Harlingen
21 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Harlingen
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Harlingen
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Harlingen
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Harlingen
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Harlingen
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Harlingen
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Harlingen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Friese Bierbrouwerij BV | ||||
| Het Brouwdok |
Airports Near Harlingen
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| De Kooy Airfield / Den Helder Naval Air Station | DHR | Medium Airport |
| Leeuwarden Air Base | LWR | Medium Airport |
| Lelystad Airport | LEY | Medium Airport |
| Ameland Airport Ballum | — | Small Airport |
| De Voorst Glidersite | — | Small Airport |
| Drachten Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Middenmeer Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Noordkop Glidersite | — | Small Airport |
| Royal Dutch Aerospace Center | — | Small Airport |
| Slootdorp Glidersite | — | Small Airport |
| Texel International Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Harlingen
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethel | |
| De Haven | |
| Grote Kerk | |
| Koninkrijkszaal van Jehova's Getuigen | |
| R.K. Kapel | |
| Sint-Michaëlskerk | |
| Trefpunt |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in The Netherlands
11 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Harlingen
What is the population of Harlingen?
Harlingen has a population of 16,119 residents and is located in The Netherlands. The population density is 1,669 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles.
Is Harlingen 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 Harlingen?
Harlingen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.4 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Harlingen?
There are 1,290 business establishments in the area.