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Port-de-Paix, Haiti
Nord-Ouest · Haiti
Port-de-Paix is a large city in Nord-Ouest, Haiti with a population of 306,217. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Port-de-Paix
Port-de-Paix is a commune and the capital of the Nord-Ouest department of Haiti on the Atlantic coast. It has a population of 462,000. Port-de-Paix used to be a large exporter of bananas and coffee.
People
Climate
| Population | 306,217 |
| Population Density | 1,721 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.9398°, -72.8304° |
| Timezone | America/Port-au-Prince |
| Country | 🇭🇹 Haiti |
| State / Province | Nord-Ouest |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.4 inches (1,535 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Port-de-Paix
Port-de-Paix is a large city in Haiti (Nord-Ouest) with a population of 306,217. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.4 inches. The timezone is America/Port-au-Prince.
Climate in Port-de-Paix
Port-de-Paix has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is Sep (29.2°C), the coldest is Feb (25.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 785 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.8°F |
| 40% above Haiti avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 226 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 177.9 sq mi (460.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,721/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.9398°N, 72.8304°W |
| Timezone | America/Port-au-Prince |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1842 | CAP-HAITIAN | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 5,300 | 69 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 74°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 6.2 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 5.3 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 5.5 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 5.6 in |
Port-de-Paix has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 72°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 60.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.7") and March the driest (2.8").
Colleges & Universities in Port-de-Paix
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collège Notre-Dame de Lourdes | College | — | — |
| College Pere Pierre Ridgeway | College | — | — |
| Ecole de couture Saint Henry de Miraille | College | — | — |
| Lycée Justin l'Herisson | College | — | — |
Schools in Port-de-Paix
28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pierre Louis Marie Poncet | — | — | — | — |
| École Presbytérale de Saint Louis Marie de Monfort | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole nationale technique et technologique | — | — | — | — |
| École des Soeurs | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Tertullien Guilbaud | — | — | — | — |
| Grand Collège Mixte La Paix | — | — | — | — |
| College Classique de L'Aigle | — | — | — | — |
| Collège Nelson Mandela | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole National Dauphin Eugéne de Palan | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Evangelique Baptiste peniel | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Evangelique Baptiste Peniel | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Nationale de Technologie | — | — | — | — |
| ECOLE NATIONAle de Chansolme | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Nle de Bion | — | — | — | — |
| École Notre-Dame de Lourdes | — | — | — | — |
| École Étienne Saintil | — | — | — | — |
| École Notre-Dame de Lourdes | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Nationale De Mare Rouge | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole nationale technique et technologique | — | — | — | — |
| École des Soeurs | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Tertullien Guilbaud | — | — | — | — |
| Grand Collège Mixte La Paix | — | — | — | — |
| College Classique de L'Aigle | — | — | — | — |
| Collège Nelson Mandela | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole National Dauphin Eugéne de Palan | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Evangelique Baptiste peniel | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Evangelique Baptiste Peniel | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Nationale de Technologie | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Port-de-Paix
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Port-de-Paix
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché | |||||
| Marché de Bois Chandelles | |||||
| Marché Guijard | |||||
| Marche Haut Bourg | |||||
| Marche Haut Bourg | |||||
| Marche public de Beauchamps | |||||
| Marche public de Beauchamps (Nouvelle construction) | |||||
| Marche Public de Tente | |||||
| Station de Commerce | |||||
| Station de Commerce |
Hotels in Port-de-Paix
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Port-de-Paix
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Port-de-Paix
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Port-de-Paix
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Port-de-Paix
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Port-de-Paix
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cap Haitien International Airport | CAP | Large Airport |
| Port-de-Paix Airport | PAX | Medium Airport |
| Anse-Rouge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Môle-Saint-Nicolas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pignon Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Port-de-Paix
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bureau Postal |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Port-de-Paix
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assemblee de Gri-gri | |
| Assemblee de Gri-gri | |
| Cathédrale Notre-Dame | |
| Cathédrale Notre-Dame | |
| Église Catholique Saint Jean Bosco | |
| Eglise De Dieu Amour du Christ | |
| Eglise De Dieu Amour du Christ | |
| Eglise Saint Monfort | |
| Eglise Saint Monfort | |
| Les Saints Anges | |
| NDDS | |
| Notre-Dame de Lourdes |
Quick Facts
Around Port-de-Paix
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Port-de-Paix
5 places within 15 km
- • Fort de Rocher
- • Fort des Trois Pavillons
- • Trou Bon Dieu
- • Morne Baranque
- • Morne Monge
🇭🇹 About Haiti
Public Holidays in Haiti
20 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Port-de-Paix
What is the population of Port-de-Paix?
Port-de-Paix has a population of 306,217 residents and is located in Haiti. The population density is 1,721 people per square mile, spread across 177.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Port-de-Paix?
Port-de-Paix has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.4 inches.