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La Ciénaga, Dominican Republic
Barahona Province · Dominican Republic
La Ciénaga is a small town in Barahona Province, Dominican Republic with a population of 2,875. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).
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About La Ciénaga
La Ciénaga is a town in the Barahona province of the Dominican Republic.The town was founded in the 17th century as an important port for sugar and tobacco.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,875 |
| Population Density | 40 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.0686°, -71.1065° |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Country | 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic |
| State / Province | Barahona Province |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.0 inches (1,016 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Ciénaga
La Ciénaga is a small town in Dominican Republic (Barahona Province) with a population of 2,875. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.0 inches. The timezone is America/Santo_Domingo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.3°F |
| 38% above Dominican Republic avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Area | 71.2 sq mi (184.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 40/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.0686°N, 71.1065°W |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1770 | PORT-AU-PRINCE | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 200 | 135 km |
| 1751 | AZUA DE COMPOSTELA | Earthquake | — | — | 64 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 5.6 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 2.9 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 6.0 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 1.4 in |
La Ciénaga has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 72°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.0") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in La Ciénaga
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Larimar | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Ciénaga
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palma 90.7 FM | merengue 80s 90s, salsa 80s 90s | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in La Ciénaga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Larimar |
Farmers Markets in La Ciénaga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado |
Hotels in La Ciénaga
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Ciénaga
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Ciénaga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Ciénaga
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cabo Rojo Airport | CBJ | Medium Airport |
| Maria Montez International Airport | BRX | Medium Airport |
| Azua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Juancho Enriquillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Dominican Republic
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of La Ciénaga?
La Ciénaga has a population of 2,875 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 71.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Ciénaga?
La Ciénaga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches.