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Jarikaba, Suriname
Saramacca District · Suriname
Jarikaba is a small city in Saramacca District, Suriname with a population of 5,963. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Jarikaba
Jarikaba is a resort in Suriname, located in the Saramacca District. Its population at the 2012 census was 5,963. Bananas form the backbone of the economy. Food And Agriculture Industries, the main employer, has 1,200 hectares under cultivation, and a workforce of more than 1,000 people. Food And Agriculture Industries used export only to Europe, but as of 2018 supplies much of the Caribbean.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,963 |
| Population Density | 169 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.8078°, -55.3270° |
| Timezone | America/Paramaribo |
| Country | 🇸🇷 Suriname |
| State / Province | Saramacca District |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 84.7 inches (2,152 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jarikaba
Jarikaba is a small city in Suriname (Saramacca District) with a population of 5,963. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.7 inches. The timezone is America/Paramaribo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.6°F |
| 49% above Suriname avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 182 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 35.3 sq mi (91.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 169/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.8078°N, 55.3270°W |
| Timezone | America/Paramaribo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 5.6 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 11.4 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 12.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 7.3 in |
Jarikaba has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 84.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.5") and September the driest (3.4").
Schools in Jarikaba
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O.S. Debie Sahaiweg | - | - | - | - |
| O.S. Uitkijk | - | - | - | - |
| O.S. Jarikaba | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Jarikaba
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio 10 Magic FM | - | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Radio Apintie | - | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Jarikaba
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotheek Surinaams Museum | ||||
| Bibliotheek Surinaams Museum | ||||
| Butterfly Plantation | ||||
| Fort Nieuw Amsterdam | ||||
| Fort Nieuw Amsterdam | ||||
| Fort Zeelandia | ||||
| Fort Zeelandia | ||||
| Koto Museum | ||||
| Koto Museum | ||||
| Numismatic Museum | ||||
| Peperpot Nature Reserve Information Centre | ||||
| Peperpot Nature Reserve Information Centre | ||||
| Sana Budaya | ||||
| Sana Budaya | ||||
| Telecom museum | ||||
| Telecom museum |
Libraries in Jarikaba
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adek-UvS Centrale Bibliotheek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibiliotheek | 0.0 | |||||
| CCS Cultureel Centrum Suriname | 0.0 | |||||
| Herbarium Suriname | 0.0 | |||||
| Herbarium Suriname | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of Medical Science | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of Medical Science | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Jarikaba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedrijfs Winkel | |||||
| Biliton Store | |||||
| Centrale Markt | |||||
| Choi's Groenten Markt | |||||
| Fu Wing Trading | |||||
| Fu Wing Trading | |||||
| Houtmarkt | |||||
| Houtmarkt | |||||
| Kwakoeplein | |||||
| Kwakoeplein | |||||
| Lelydorp Markt | |||||
| Orchid Association | |||||
| Orchid Association | |||||
| Orchid Market | |||||
| Orchid Market | |||||
| Parkeer Plaats Rubim | |||||
| Saoenah Markt | |||||
| Saoenah Markt | |||||
| Tang Fat | |||||
| Vreedzaammarkt | |||||
| Zondag/Woensdag Markt De Nieuwe Grond |
Restaurants in Jarikaba
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Jarikaba
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Jarikaba
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Jarikaba
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Jarikaba
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Jarikaba
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Ray | ||||
| Golden Ray | ||||
| Sranan Biri |
Stadiums & Teams in Jarikaba
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Andre Kamperveen Stadion | ||
| Dr. Ir. F. Essed Stadion | ||
| NGVB Football stadion |
Airports Near Jarikaba
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 |
Treatment Centers in Jarikaba
9 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Anviti medical center | ||
| Body Mirrors | ||
| Bon Animo Medical Group | ||
| Diapura | ||
| Health Control | ||
| Prikpunt | ||
| RGD Poli Nw-Amsterdam | ||
| Seti Lab | ||
| Van Axel Dongen Revalidatie service |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Jarikaba
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Masdjid Baitur Rochmaan | |
| Paramaribo Bethel of Jehovah's Witnesses |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Suriname
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Jarikaba?
Jarikaba has a population of 5,963 residents and is located in Suriname. The population density is 169 people per square mile, spread across 35.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jarikaba?
Jarikaba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 182 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 84.7 inches.