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Nieuw Amsterdam
City in Commewijne, Suriname
Overview
Nieuw Amsterdam is a small riverside town in Commewijne, Suriname, known for its colonial heritage and tranquil atmosphere. The city features a blend of historic architecture, local markets, and scenic landscapes at the meeting point of two major rivers. Its size and charm make it ideal for quiet exploration and authentic Surinamese experiences.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Suriname
District
Commewijne
Population
5,650
Time Zone
America/Paramaribo
Coordinates
5.89°, -55.09°
Key Metrics
Safety Score · estimate
60
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost · estimate
$920
Local Cost
$495
Local Income
$220
Cashless
35
English
40
Temperature
26.8°C
Summer Avg
26.6°C
Winter Avg
26.2°C
Record High
33.0°C
Record Low
22.8°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
1743 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
10
Walk Score
10
Footways
20.0
Airport
EAX
Distance
11 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Record updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Record updated 2025-12-06.
Estimates and unverified origins
Oyster List climate data - Climate origins are unverified. Available methods include historical APIs and AI estimates; stored rows do not identify the original dataset, reference period, or model for each value. Treat these summaries as estimates until independently verified. Record updated 2026-03-22.
Oyster List city price estimates - Price origins are unverified. Available generation methods include AI estimates; stored records do not identify a survey, observation period, or model for each price. Record updated 2026-01-14.
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores include model-assisted estimates. Stored records do not identify supporting observations for each score. Model-reported confidence: 65/100; this is not a measured accuracy score. Model: derived+gpt-4.1. Record updated 2026-03-26.
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