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Van Pettenpolder, Suriname
Nickerie District · Suriname
Van Pettenpolder is a small town in Nickerie District, Suriname with a population of 966. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Van Pettenpolder
Nieuw Nickerie is the third largest city in Suriname with a population estimated at 12,818 at the 2012 census. It is the capital city of the Nickerie district, and the terminus of the East-West Link.
People
Climate
| Population | 966 |
| Population Density | 83 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.9283°, -56.9930° |
| Timezone | America/Paramaribo |
| Country | 🇸🇷 Suriname |
| State / Province | Nickerie District |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.9 inches (1,852 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Van Pettenpolder
Van Pettenpolder is a small town in Suriname (Nickerie District) with a population of 966. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.9 inches. The timezone is America/Paramaribo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.0°F |
| 50% above Suriname avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 11.6 sq mi (30.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 83/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.9283°N, 56.9930°W |
| Timezone | America/Paramaribo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 9.7 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 11.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in |
Van Pettenpolder has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 80°F in January to 83°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 72.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.2") and September the driest (3.0").
Schools in Van Pettenpolder
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buena Bibaz School | — | — | — | — |
| Surinaams Pedagogisch Instituut (S.P.I.) Nickerie | — | — | — | — |
| O.S. Nieuw Nickerie 3 | — | — | — | — |
| O.S. Delhiweg | — | — | — | — |
| Mulo West | — | — | — | — |
| O.S. Nieuw Nickerie 4 | — | — | — | — |
| O.S. Nieuw Nickerie 2 | — | — | — | — |
| St. Clara School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Alfonsus School | — | — | — | — |
| Sitalsing School | — | — | — | — |
| Ramjanee School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Van Pettenpolder
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ishara | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in Van Pettenpolder
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon's Stationary | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Van Pettenpolder
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centrale Markt Nieuw Nickerie | |||||
| Skeldon Market |
Hotels in Van Pettenpolder
10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Van Pettenpolder
16 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Van Pettenpolder
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Van Pettenpolder
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Van Pettenpolder
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Van Pettenpolder
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Van Pettenpolder
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Van Pettenpolder
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Van Pettenpolder
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Van Pettenpolder
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Van Pettenpolder
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Albion Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Alupi Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Blairmont Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Donderskamp Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Wellington Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hazard Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Manglie Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Neville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| New Amsterdam Airport | QSX | Small Airport |
| Nieuw Nickerie - Major Henk Fernandes Airport | ICK | Small Airport |
| Ramnath Agro Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Skeldon Airport | SKM | Small Airport |
| Totness Airport | TOT | Small Airport |
| Von Better Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wageningen Airstrip | AGI | Small Airport |
| Washabo Airport | WSO | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Van Pettenpolder
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| SurPost |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Van Pettenpolder
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Eben-haezer | |
| Hindoe tempel Zeedijk | |
| Masdjid Rochmat Islam | |
| Sadar Tartiboel Islam | |
| Sint Jozef Kerk | |
| Vredeskerk |
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What is the population of Van Pettenpolder?
Van Pettenpolder has a population of 966 residents and is located in Suriname. The population density is 83 people per square mile, spread across 11.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Van Pettenpolder?
Van Pettenpolder has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.9 inches.