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Weg naar Zee, Suriname
Paramaribo District · Suriname
Weg naar Zee is a small city in Paramaribo District, Suriname with a population of 16,037. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Weg naar Zee
Weg naar Zee is a resort in Suriname, located in the Paramaribo District. Its population at the 2012 census was 16,037, and has a large East Indian population. The name can be translated as "road to sea", and it is indeed the road to the sea. Weg naar Zee is home to the Open Air Crematorium which opened in 1968, and there is a pilgrimage site for Hindus nearby. In 1968, oil had been discovered in Weg naar Zee, and is being exploited by Staatsolie.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,037 |
| Population Density | 1,184 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.8713°, -55.2149° |
| Timezone | America/Paramaribo |
| Country | 🇸🇷 Suriname |
| State / Province | Paramaribo District |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 76.8 inches (1,951 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Weg naar Zee
Weg naar Zee is a small city in Suriname (Paramaribo District) with a population of 16,037. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet (2 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.8 inches. The timezone is America/Paramaribo.
Climate in Weg naar Zee
Weg naar Zee has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is Oct (28.4°C), the coldest is Jan (26.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1993 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.6°F |
| 49% above Suriname avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 197 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 13.5 sq mi (35.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,184/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.8713°N, 55.2149°W |
| Timezone | America/Paramaribo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 10.2 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 11.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 5.5 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 7.1 in |
Weg naar Zee has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 76.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.8") and September the driest (2.9").
Radio Stations near Weg naar Zee
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio 10 Magic FM | — | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Radio Apintie | — | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Weg naar Zee
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotheek Surinaams Museum | ||||
| Bibliotheek Surinaams Museum | ||||
| Butterfly Plantation | ||||
| Fort Nieuw Amsterdam | ||||
| Fort Nieuw Amsterdam | ||||
| Fort Zeelandia | ||||
| Fort Zeelandia | ||||
| Koto Museum | ||||
| Koto Museum | ||||
| Mariënburg Suikerfabriek | ||||
| Numismatic Museum | ||||
| Peperpot Nature Reserve Information Centre | ||||
| Peperpot Nature Reserve Information Centre | ||||
| Sana Budaya | ||||
| Sana Budaya | ||||
| Telecom museum | ||||
| Telecom museum | ||||
| Verhalenmuseum |
Libraries in Weg naar Zee
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adek-UvS Centrale Bibliotheek | 0.0 | |||||
| CCS Cultureel Centrum Suriname | 0.0 | |||||
| Herbarium Suriname | 0.0 | |||||
| Herbarium Suriname | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of Medical Science | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of Medical Science | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Weg naar Zee
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centrale Markt | |||||
| Choi's Groenten Markt | |||||
| Fu Wing Trading | |||||
| Fu Wing Trading | |||||
| Houtmarkt | |||||
| Houtmarkt | |||||
| Kwakoeplein | |||||
| Kwakoeplein | |||||
| Lelydorp Markt | |||||
| Orchid Association | |||||
| Orchid Association | |||||
| Orchid Market | |||||
| Orchid Market | |||||
| Parkeer Plaats Rubim | |||||
| Saoenah Markt | |||||
| Saoenah Markt | |||||
| Vreedzaammarkt | |||||
| Zondag/Woensdag Markt De Nieuwe Grond |
Breweries in Weg naar Zee
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Ray | ||||
| Golden Ray | ||||
| Sranan Biri |
Stadiums & Teams in Weg naar Zee
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Andre Kamperveen Stadion | ||
| Dr. Ir. F. Essed Stadion | ||
| NGVB Football stadion |
Airports Near Weg naar Zee
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport | PBM | Large Airport |
| Braak Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eduard Alexander Gummels Airport | EAX | Small Airport |
| Henri Alwies Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Jarikaba Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Zorg en Hoop Airport | ORG | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Weg naar Zee
9 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Anviti medical center | ||
| Body Mirrors | ||
| Bon Animo Medical Group | ||
| Diapura | ||
| Health Control | ||
| Prikpunt | ||
| RGD Poli Nw-Amsterdam | ||
| Seti Lab | ||
| Van Axel Dongen Revalidatie service |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Weg naar Zee
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hindu Cremation Site | |
| Logos Weg Naar Zee | |
| Masdjid Al Husnah | |
| Weg naar zee |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Suriname
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Weg naar Zee
What is the population of Weg naar Zee?
Weg naar Zee has a population of 16,037 residents and is located in Suriname. The population density is 1,184 people per square mile, spread across 13.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Weg naar Zee?
Weg naar Zee 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 80°F in July. The area receives 197 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.8 inches.