Paramaribo
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When to go: Paramaribo month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Paramaribo are typically January, February and March, with average daytime highs around 28–29°C. October is usually the warmest month (average high 32°C), June the coldest (average low 24°C), and June the wettest (about 349 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.3 | 24.0 | 120 | 10.6 |
| February | 28.4 | 24.2 | 109 | 10.3 |
| March | 29.0 | 24.5 | 99 | 10.5 |
| April | 28.9 | 24.5 | 235 | 9.4 |
| May | 28.8 | 24.2 | 338 | 8.8 |
| June | 29.0 | 23.7 | 349 | 9.2 |
| July | 29.5 | 23.8 | 271 | 10.3 |
| August | 30.5 | 24.2 | 151 | 11.0 |
| September | 31.4 | 24.7 | 75 | 11.1 |
| October | 31.5 | 24.9 | 89 | 10.8 |
| November | 30.4 | 24.6 | 133 | 10.4 |
| December | 28.9 | 24.1 | 179 | 10.0 |
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Previously
- Documented history · 1613
This was the location of the first Dutch settlement, a trading post established by Nicolaes Baliestel and Dirck Claeszoon van Sanen in 1613.
- Documented history · 1644
English and French traders also tried to establish settlements in Suriname, including a French post established in 1644 near present-day Paramaribo.
- Documented history · 1650
All earlier settlements were abandoned sometime before the arrival of English settlers in 1650 to found Surinam.
- Documented history · 1662
In 1662, Governor Willoughby was granted the settlement and surrounding lands (extending into Suriname's interior) by King Charles II.
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01 · OverviewParamaribo, in brief
Paramaribo is the capital and largest city of Suriname, situated within the Paramaribo District on the banks of the Suriname River. Locally nicknamed Foto, the city holds a population of 223,757 residents according to core administrative data, while broader estimates place the figure higher.
What Defines the Cultural Exchange in Paramaribo?
Cultural exchange in Paramaribo is deeply rooted in the area's diverse ethnic makeup and historical shifts. The city's inhabitants include 27 percent identifying as Creoles, 23 percent as East Indian, 18 percent as Multiracial, 16 percent as Maroons, 10 percent as Javanese, 2 percent as Indigenous, 1.5 percent as Chinese, alongside smaller numbers of Europeans, Lebanese, and Jews, plus more recent arrivals from Brazil, Guyana, and China.
This demographic synthesis traces back through colonial milestones and population expansions. Among the earliest British settlers were many Jews, establishing a heritage reflected by the Neveh Shalom Synagogue, recognized as one of the oldest synagogues in the Americas. Linguistic diversity across the urban space encompasses multiple spoken languages, including nl-SR, en, srn, hns, and jv.
Situated at coordinates 5.86638 latitude and -55.16682 longitude, the city functions within the America/Paramaribo timezone using the SRD currency. The historic inner city, reflecting centuries of cross-cultural development, has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2002. From its early origins influenced by the Paramaribo tribe—whose Tupi-Guarani terms combined para for large river and maribo for inhabitants—to its contemporary administrative division into 12 resorts following a 1987 reorganization, the city continues to serve as the nation's political and cultural core.
For further geographical context, consult the GeoNames record for Paramaribo or explore the detailed history on the Paramaribo Wikipedia entry.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paramaribo
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01 · Q&AWhere is Paramaribo located and what are its coordinates?
Paramaribo is situated in Suriname at geographic coordinates 5.8664, -55.1668, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Paramaribo?
Paramaribo has a recorded population of approximately 223,757 and observes the America/Paramaribo time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Paramaribo?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Paramaribo include NL-SR, English, SRN, HNS, JV, with SRD used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Paramaribo?
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