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Witmarsum, The Netherlands
Friesland · The Netherlands
Witmarsum is a small town in Friesland, The Netherlands with a population of 1,585. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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About Witmarsum
Witmarsum is a village in the northern Netherlands. It is located in Súdwest-Fryslân, Friesland. Witmarsum had a population of around 1,735 in January 2017. Witmarsum was birthplace of Menno Simons (1496–1561), the leader of what would become the Mennonites.
People
Economy
BClimate
| Population | 1,585 |
| Population Density | 435 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.1045°, 5.4690° |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam |
| Country | 🇳🇱 The Netherlands |
| State / Province | Friesland |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.4 inches (1,280 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.9 inches (23 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $56,808 |
About Witmarsum
Witmarsum is a small town in The Netherlands (Friesland) with a population of 1,585. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Amsterdam.
Income: Witmarsum vs The Netherlands
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,808 |
| 24% below The Netherlands avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 127 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below The Netherlands avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 230 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 435/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.1045°N, 5.4690°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Amsterdam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.9 in |
Witmarsum has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 37°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.5") and April the driest (1.5").
Schools in Witmarsum
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBS De Utskoat | — | — | — | — |
| CBS De Bonkelder | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Witmarsum
22 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tukker FM | folk, oldies | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIONL | 24/7, dutch music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Joy Radio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Zeilsteen radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hot radio Classics | local news, local radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Urk FM | christian, preaching | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Seagull | album, alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XerosRadio Top 40 | top 40 | AAC | |
| Grunn FM | pop, streektaal | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Lokale Omroep Ameland | local news, local radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Emmeloord | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio n31 | piraat, the best of 80's | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Seabreeze | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Omroep Zilt | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| 4EverRadio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Dedimusic | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| XerosRadio | 60s, 70s | AAC | |
| onverantwoord.com | 24/7, various music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Spannenburg | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HoornRadio | community radio, local news | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Ideaal FM | hits, oldies | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Urk FM geestelijk | misc | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Witmarsum
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aerden Plaats | ||||
| Afsluitdijk Wadden Center | ||||
| Bezoekerscentrum, expeditieschip van Willem Barentsz | ||||
| Bierbrouwerij Us Heit | ||||
| De mummies van Wiuwert | ||||
| Epemastate | ||||
| Fietselfstedentocht | ||||
| First Frisian Skating Museum | ||||
| Fries Scheepvaart Museum | ||||
| Gemeentemuseum Het Hannemahuis | ||||
| It Tsiispakhús | ||||
| Jopie Huisman Museum | ||||
| Kazemattenmuseum Kornwerderzand | ||||
| Keatsmuseum | ||||
| Korendragershuisje | ||||
| Kunst-van-Petra | ||||
| Meijer Motoren Museum | ||||
| Modelspoor Museum | ||||
| Molenhuis De Jager | ||||
| Museum De Tiid | ||||
| Museum en Werkplaats Houtstad IJlst | ||||
| Museum Hindeloopen | ||||
| Museum Martena | ||||
| Museum Warkums Erfskip | ||||
| Ponthús | ||||
| Royal Eise Eisinga Planetarium | ||||
| Skerven fan 'e Skar | ||||
| Stadhuis Sloten Museum Stedhûs Sleat | ||||
| Witte Swaen |
Libraries in Witmarsum
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotheek Balk | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Bolsward | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Dronryp | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Franeker | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Harlingen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Koudum | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Makkum | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Sint-Annaparochie | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Sneek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Wommels | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheek Workum | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Witmarsum
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Versmarkt De 3 Ambachten |
Hotels in Witmarsum
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Witmarsum
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Witmarsum
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Witmarsum
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Witmarsum
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Witmarsum
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Friese Bierbrouwerij BV | ||||
| Het Brouwdok |
Airports Near Witmarsum
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| De Kooy Airfield / Den Helder Naval Air Station | DHR | Medium Airport |
| Leeuwarden Air Base | LWR | Medium Airport |
| Lelystad Airport | LEY | Medium Airport |
| Ameland Airport Ballum | — | Small Airport |
| De Voorst Glidersite | — | Small Airport |
| Drachten Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Middenmeer Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Noordkop Glidersite | — | Small Airport |
| Royal Dutch Aerospace Center | — | Small Airport |
| Slootdorp Glidersite | — | Small Airport |
| Texel International Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Witmarsum
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dorpskerk | |
| Hervormde Kerk | |
| Hervormde Kerk | |
| koepelkerk | |
| Menno Siemonskerk | |
| Prot. Gem. De Hoekstien | |
| Victoriuskerk |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in The Netherlands
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Witmarsum?
Witmarsum has a population of 1,585 residents and is located in The Netherlands. The population density is 435 people per square mile, spread across 3.6 square miles.
Is Witmarsum expensive to live in?
The median household income is $56,808, 24% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Witmarsum?
Witmarsum has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.4 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Witmarsum?
There are 127 business establishments in the area.