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Petite Rivière de Nippes, Haiti
Nippes · Haiti
Petite Rivière de Nippes is a small town in Nippes, Haiti with a population of 1,794. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Petite Rivière de Nippes
Petite-Rivière-de-Nippes is a commune in the Miragoâne Arrondissement, in the Nippes department of Haiti.
It has 28,553 inhabitants. Petite-Rivière-de-Nippes is one of the 28 communes in which the Pan American Development Foundation implements the Government of Haiti's Project for Participatory Development (PRODEP).
People
Climate
| Population | 1,794 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.4761°, -73.2350° |
| Timezone | America/Port-au-Prince |
| Country | 🇭🇹 Haiti |
| State / Province | Nippes |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.6 inches (1,438 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Petite Rivière de Nippes
Petite Rivière de Nippes is a small town in Haiti (Nippes) with a population of 1,794. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.6 inches. The timezone is America/Port-au-Prince.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.4°F |
| 40% above Haiti avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 233 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 132.2 sq mi (342.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.4761°N, 73.2350°W |
| Timezone | America/Port-au-Prince |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.2 m (11 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | HAITI & DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.2 m | 316,000 | 74 km |
| 2021 | PORT-AU-PRINCE | Earthquake | — | 2,248 | 26 km |
| 1860 | ANSE-A-VEAU | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 13 km |
| 1860 | PETIT TROU NIPPES | Earthquake | — | — | 29 km |
| 1770 | PORT-AU-PRINCE | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 200 | 99 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 8.0 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 4.9 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
Petite Rivière de Nippes has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 72°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 56.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.1") and December the driest (1.3").
Schools in Petite Rivière de Nippes
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École Nationale Alcibiade F. Basthier | — | — | — | — |
| École Nationale d'Orouck | — | — | — | — |
| ecole nationale de cholette | — | — | — | — |
| college pascal | — | — | — | — |
| École Nationale Petite Rivière de Nippes | — | — | — | — |
| École Nationale de Sault | — | — | — | — |
| Batiment du College Immaculee conception | — | — | — | — |
| College Immaculee conception | — | — | — | — |
| CESA/ Complexe educatif | — | — | — | — |
| College Classique de Morne Blanc | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Petite Rivière de Nippes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haiti Projects Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Petite Rivière de Nippes
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bientot Marche publique de Petite Riviere de Nippes |
Hotels in Petite Rivière de Nippes
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Petite Rivière de Nippes
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Petite Rivière de Nippes
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antoine-Simon International Airport | CYA | Medium Airport |
| Jacmel Airport | JAK | Medium Airport |
| Anse-a-Galets Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fond-des-Blancs Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Île-à-Vache International Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Port-Salut Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Petite Rivière de Nippes
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| eglise baptiste de monneron | |
| eglise baptiste plateau jovin | |
| L'Eglise Catholique | |
| L'eglise de Saint -Louis Roi de France de Cholètte | |
| LA PAROISSE DE POJJY | |
| Paroisse Pojjy |
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What is the population of Petite Rivière de Nippes?
Petite Rivière de Nippes has a population of 1,794 residents and is located in Haiti. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 132.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Petite Rivière de Nippes?
Petite Rivière de Nippes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.6 inches.