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Wageningen, Suriname
Nickerie District · Suriname
Wageningen is a small town in Nickerie District, Suriname with a population of 2,937. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Wageningen
Wageningen is a community resort and an agricultural place in the Republic of Suriname and located in the coastal area of West Suriname in the Nickerie District, at the harbour of the Nickerie River across the right estuary of the Maratakka River. The town was known as the rice centre of Suriname, Wageningen has been founded in 1949 and named after the Dutch city of Wageningen.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,937 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.7601°, -56.6652° |
| Timezone | America/Paramaribo |
| Country | 🇸🇷 Suriname |
| State / Province | Nickerie District |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.0 inches (1,955 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wageningen
Wageningen is a small town in Suriname (Nickerie District) with a population of 2,937. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.0 inches. The timezone is America/Paramaribo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.7°F |
| 49% above Suriname avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 196 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 622.8 sq mi (1,613.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.7601°N, 56.6652°W |
| Timezone | America/Paramaribo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 10.1 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 11.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.6 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 6.6 in |
Wageningen has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 77.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.9") and September the driest (3.1").
Schools in Wageningen
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O.S. II Wageningen | — | — | — | — |
| O.S. III Wageningen | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Wageningen
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ishara | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Airports Near Wageningen
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Albion Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Alupi Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Donderskamp Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hazard Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Manglie Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Neville Airport | — | 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 |
| Wageningen Airstrip | AGI | Small Airport |
| Washabo Airport | WSO | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wageningen
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Koninkrijkszaal Jehovah's Getuigen |
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What is the population of Wageningen?
Wageningen has a population of 2,937 residents and is located in Suriname. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 622.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wageningen?
Wageningen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 196 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.0 inches.