Geography of Suriname
Geography of Suriname: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Suriname
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Coordinates: 5°51′7.2″N 55°12′13.7″W (5.852, -55.2038)
Quick facts about Suriname
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | South America |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 5°51′7.2″N 55°12′13.7″W (5.852, -55.2038) |
| Capital | Paramaribo |
| Population | 620.000 |
| Area | 63.251 sq mi |
| ISO code | SR |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | SUR |
| Currency | Surinamese dollar (SRD) |
| Languages | Dutch |
| Calling code | +597 |
| Time zone | America/Paramaribo |
| Local time | 11:09 PM (UTC-03:00) |
| Best months | February, August, September and October |
| Climate | Tropical |
Summary
Suriname is a country in South America. Suriname is a country in South America with its capital at Paramaribo. It has a population of about 620.000. The capital is Paramaribo.
Right now it is 77°F (25°C) in Suriname with overcast. It feels like 86°F. Today runs from 76°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.2/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Suriname is February, August, September and October. The climate is tropical. May, June and July tend to be the least comfortable months. September is the warmest month with average highs near 91°F, while June is the coldest with lows near 74°F.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is in line with the 89°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Suriname today at 9.4/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Suriname month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85° | 75° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 85° | 76° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 85° | 76° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 85° | 76° | 9,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 85° | 75° | 16,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 85° | 74° | 14,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 87° | 74° | 9,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 89° | 75° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 91° | 76° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 91° | 77° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 89° | 76° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 85° | 76° | 6,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Suriname?
Suriname is a country in South America. Its coordinates are 5.852, -55.2038. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Suriname right now?
It is currently 77°F (25°C) with overcast. Humidity is 97% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Suriname?
February, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Suriname, which has a tropical climate. May, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Suriname in?
Suriname observes America/Paramaribo (UTC-03:00). The local time is 11:09 PM.
How many people live in Suriname?
Suriname has a population of approximately 620.000.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 11:09 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
