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San José de Las Matas, Dominican Republic
Santiago Province · Dominican Republic
San José de Las Matas is a small city in Santiago Province, Dominican Republic with a population of 9,853. Elevation: 1,719 ft (524 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San José de Las Matas
San José de las Matas, also known as Sajoma, is an important municipality (municipio) of the Santiago province in the Dominican Republic. The mayor of Sajoma is Alfredo Reyes. There have been many positive changes in the last four years including the addition of a 911 system. Within the municipality there are three municipal districts : El Rubio, La Cuesta and Las Placetas.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,853 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,719 ft (524 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.3392°, -70.9382° |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Country | 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic |
| State / Province | Santiago Province |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.9 inches (1,165 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San José de Las Matas
San José de Las Matas is a small city in Dominican Republic (Santiago Province) with a population of 9,853. The city sits at an elevation of 1,719 feet (524 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.9 inches. The timezone is America/Santo_Domingo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.6°F |
| 42% above Dominican Republic avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 253 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,719 ft (524 m) |
| Area | 617.1 sq mi (1,598.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.3392°N, 70.9382°W |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis 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 | 140 km |
| 1751 | AZUA DE COMPOSTELA | Earthquake | — | — | 97 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 5.3 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 4.9 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 3.2 in |
San José de Las Matas has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 73°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (2.0").
Schools in San José de Las Matas
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iglesia Catolica | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Mercedes Batista | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Ebanistería | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Laboral Nazaret | — | — | — | — |
| Trina Moya de Vázquez | — | — | — | — |
| Centro de Primer Nivel Don Juan | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Don Juan | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Vocacional de las Fuerzas Armadas y la Policía Nacional de San José de las Matas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Mercedes Batista | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San José de Las Matas
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Bachata | bachata, latin | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Suave 107.3 FM | baladas en español, música romántica | MP3 | |
| Salsa 92.7 FM | — | AAC | |
| Tropical 100 Mix | bachata, latin | MP3 | |
| Disco 89 88.9 FM | baladas en español, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Trespatines Radio | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Canal 105.1 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 | |
| Monumental 100.3 FM | dominican republic, republica dominicana | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WXM ONE RADIO | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| WXM ON RADIO | — | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in San José de Las Matas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Del Arte | ||||
| Centro de Damas | ||||
| Club Quisqueya | ||||
| Museo Folklorico Don Tomas Morel | ||||
| Palacio Consistorial |
Libraries in San José de Las Matas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Amantes De La Luz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Amantes De La Luz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Central Profesor Juan Bosch | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Don Juan Funación Mano a Mano | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San José de Las Matas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Sirena | |||||
| Plaza Denny's | |||||
| Plaza Merca Pekin |
Hotels in San José de Las Matas
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San José de Las Matas
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in San José de Las Matas
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San José de Las Matas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San José de Las Matas
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cibao International Airport | STI | Large Airport |
| Gregorio Luperon International Airport | POP | Medium Airport |
| Constanza - Expedición 14 de Junio National Airport | COZ | Small Airport |
| Cotui Angelina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dajabon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ranchito Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Cristi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Peñuela / Esperanza Field | — | Small Airport |
| Piloto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan De La Maguana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Walterio Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in San José de Las Matas
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Amadita | ||
| Centro de Vacunación Clínica Corominas | ||
| Clínica ProFamilia | ||
| Laboratorio Micologico | ||
| Oftalmolaser | ||
| Patria Rivas | ||
| Red Oncológica Dominicana Integral |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San José de Las Matas
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia San José |
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What is the population of San José de Las Matas?
San José de Las Matas has a population of 9,853 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 617.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in San José de Las Matas?
San José de Las Matas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches.