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Oranjestad, Bonaire, Saint Eustatius and Saba
Sint Eustatius · Bonaire, Saint Eustatius and Saba
Oranjestad is a small town in Sint Eustatius, Bonaire, Saint Eustatius and Saba with a population of 1,097. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Oranjestad
Oranjestad is a small town of 1,038 inhabitants; it is the capital and largest town of the island of Sint Eustatius in the Caribbean Netherlands.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,097 |
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.4830°, -62.9864° |
| Timezone | America/Kralendijk |
| Country | 🇧🇶 Bonaire, Saint Eustatius and Saba |
| State / Province | Sint Eustatius |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.7 inches (1,287 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Oranjestad
Oranjestad is a small town in Bonaire, Saint Eustatius and Saba (Sint Eustatius) with a population of 1,097. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet (43 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.7 inches. The timezone is America/Kralendijk.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Bonaire, Saint Eustatius and Saba avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.4830°N, 62.9864°W |
| Timezone | America/Kralendijk |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2003 | SOUFRIERE HILLS VOLCANO | Astronomical | 4.0 m | — | 120 km |
| 1997 | WHITE RIVER VALLEY | Explosion | 3.0 m | — | 121 km |
| 1999 | SOUFRIERE HILLS VOLCANO | Astronomical | 2.0 m | — | 120 km |
| 1843 | POINTE-A-PITRE | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 5,000 | 138 km |
| 2006 | SOUFRIERE HILLS VOLCANO | Astronomical | 1.0 m | — | 120 km |
| 1985 | GUADELOUPE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 78 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quill, The (3 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quill, The | Stratovolcano | 601 m (1,972 ft) | 250 | 3 km |
| Liamuiga | Stratovolcano | 1,156 m (3,793 ft) | 160 | 23 km |
| Saba | Stratovolcano | 887 m (2,910 ft) | 1640 | 31 km |
| Nevis Peak | Stratovolcano | 985 m (3,232 ft) | Unknown | 57 km |
| Soufriere Hills | Stratovolcano | 915 m (3,002 ft) | 2013 | 121 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 3.6 in |
Oranjestad has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.2") and February the driest (2.0").
Schools in Oranjestad
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gwendoline van Putten School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Oranjestad
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Vision Radio (KN) | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Praise 96.5 (US) | gospel | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Freedom 93.7 (US) | news, talk | AAC | |
| Praise 93.3 (US) | — | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Oranjestad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berkel's Family Museum | ||||
| Harry L. Johnson Museum | ||||
| Saba Heritage Center | ||||
| St. Eustatius Museum |
Libraries in Oranjestad
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Point Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Oranjestad
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Point Market |
Restaurants in Oranjestad
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Oranjestad
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Oranjestad
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Oranjestad
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Oranjestad
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Oranjestad
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Oranjestad
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Princess Juliana International Airport | SXM | Large Airport |
| Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport | SKB | Large Airport |
| Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport | AXA | Medium Airport |
| F. D. Roosevelt Airport | EUX | Medium Airport |
| Grand Case-l'Espérance Airport | SFG | Medium Airport |
| Juancho E. Yrausquin Airport | SAB | Medium Airport |
| St. Jean Airport | SBH | Medium Airport |
| Vance W. Amory International Airport | NEV | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Oranjestad
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| FedEx |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Oranjestad
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethel Methodist Church | |
| Church of St. Eustatius | |
| Seventh Day Adventist Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Oranjestad?
Oranjestad has a population of 1,097 residents and is located in Bonaire, Saint Eustatius and Saba..
What is the weather like in Oranjestad?
Oranjestad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.7 inches.