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Paraíso, Dominican Republic
Barahona Province · Dominican Republic
Paraíso is a small city in Barahona Province, Dominican Republic with a population of 6,490. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Paraíso
Paraíso är en ort i Dominikanska republiken. Den ligger i provinsen Barahona, i den södra delen av landet, 140 km väster om huvudstaden Santo Domingo. Paraíso ligger 28 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 6 490.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,490 |
| Population Density | 91 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.9917°, -71.1653° |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Country | 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic |
| State / Province | Barahona Province |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.4 inches (1,153 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Paraíso
Paraíso is a small city in Dominican Republic (Barahona Province) with a population of 6,490. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 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 45.4 inches. The timezone is America/Santo_Domingo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Dominican Republic avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 71.2 sq mi (184.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 91/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.9917°N, 71.1653°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 | 133 km |
| 1751 | AZUA DE COMPOSTELA | Earthquake | — | — | 75 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 5.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 6.6 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 2.0 in |
Paraíso has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.7") and February the driest (1.5").
Schools in Paraíso
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liceo Secundario José Pérez Ramírez | — | — | — | — |
| in costruzione | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Paraíso
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palma 90.7 FM | merengue 80s 90s, salsa 80s 90s | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Paraíso
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Larimar |
Farmers Markets in Paraíso
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado |
Hotels in Paraíso
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Paraíso
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Paraíso
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Paraíso
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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Paraíso
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia catolica Paraiso | |
| Iglesia de Dios de la Profecia |
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 Paraíso?
Paraíso has a population of 6,490 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 91 people per square mile, spread across 71.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Paraíso?
Paraíso 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 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.4 inches.