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Nieuw Amsterdam, Suriname
Commewijne District · Suriname
Nieuw Amsterdam is a small town in Commewijne District, Suriname with a population of 4,935. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Nieuw Amsterdam
Nieuw Amsterdam is the capital of the Commewijne District in Suriname. It is a small coastal town situated at the confluence of the Suriname River and Commewijne River, just across from Paramaribo, the country's capital. Its population at the 2012 census was 5,650, with around 1,200 people living in the main town, most of whom are of Javanese and East Indian origin. It is the location of the historical Fort Nieuw-Amsterdam, today an open-air museum. The town of Mariënburg with former sugarcane factory is located 3 km from Nieuw Amsterdam and part of the resort.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,935 |
| Population Density | 266 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.8857°, -55.0887° |
| Timezone | America/Paramaribo |
| Country | 🇸🇷 Suriname |
| State / Province | Commewijne District |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.1 inches (2,010 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nieuw Amsterdam
Nieuw Amsterdam is a small town in Suriname (Commewijne District) with a population of 4,935. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 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 79.1 inches. The timezone is America/Paramaribo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Suriname avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 192 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 18.5 sq mi (48.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 266/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.8857°N, 55.0887°W |
| Timezone | America/Paramaribo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 10.6 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 11.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 7.4 in |
Nieuw Amsterdam has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 79.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.8") and September the driest (3.2").
Schools in Nieuw Amsterdam
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OS Nieuw Amsterdam | — | — | — | — |
| Samuel Glöckler School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Nieuw Amsterdam
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio 10 Magic FM | — | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Radio Apintie | — | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Nieuw Amsterdam
| 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 | ||||
| Mariënburg Suikerfabriek | ||||
| Numismatic Museum | ||||
| Peperpot Nature Reserve Information Centre | ||||
| Peperpot Nature Reserve Information Centre | ||||
| Sana Budaya | ||||
| Sana Budaya | ||||
| Telecom museum | ||||
| Telecom museum | ||||
| Verhalenmuseum |
Libraries in Nieuw Amsterdam
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adek-UvS Centrale Bibliotheek | 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 |
Farmers Markets in Nieuw Amsterdam
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |||||
| Vreedzaammarkt | |||||
| Zondag/Woensdag Markt De Nieuwe Grond |
Hotels in Nieuw Amsterdam
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nieuw Amsterdam
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Nieuw Amsterdam
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nieuw Amsterdam
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nieuw Amsterdam
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Nieuw Amsterdam
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Ray | ||||
| Golden Ray | ||||
| Sranan Biri |
Stadiums & Teams in Nieuw Amsterdam
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Andre Kamperveen Stadion | ||
| Dr. Ir. F. Essed Stadion | ||
| NGVB Football stadion |
Airports Near Nieuw Amsterdam
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 |
| Henri Alwies Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Jarikaba Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Moengo Airstrip | MOJ | Small Airport |
| Zorg en Hoop Airport | ORG | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Nieuw Amsterdam
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 |
Quick Facts
🇸🇷 About Suriname
Public Holidays in Suriname
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Nieuw Amsterdam?
Nieuw Amsterdam has a population of 4,935 residents and is located in Suriname. The population density is 266 people per square mile, spread across 18.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nieuw Amsterdam?
Nieuw Amsterdam 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 192 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.1 inches.