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Blauwgrond, Paramaribo District, Suriname – Suriname Flag

Current Date And Time In Blauwgrond, Suriname

Saturday, 25 July 2026
13:31:48 SRT
Currency: Surinamese Dollar (SRD)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (SRT)
Population: 31,483
District: Blauwgrond

✈️ Blauwgrond, Paramaribo District, Suriname - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Blauwgrond, Paramaribo District, Suriname using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Blauwgrond.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Blauwgrond with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Blauwgrond — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Suriname, which includes Blauwgrond, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for Suriname before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Suriname's time zone -03:00, country calling code +597 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .SR. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Blauwgrond.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)-03:00
📞 Country Calling Code+597
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.SR

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Suriname — police 115, ambulance 113, fire brigade 110, general emergency 115. Store these in your phone before you reach Blauwgrond. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Blauwgrond.

🚔
Police
115
🚑
Ambulance
113
🚒
Fire
110
📞
General
115

📊 Suriname At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Suriname — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.730
High
👤
Life Expectancy
73.8
years
📚
Literacy Rate
92.9%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$6,962
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
7.8%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Suriname development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Blauwgrond for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Blauwgrond
Local Airport • EAX
Eduard Alexander Gummels Airport
Kwatta, SR
8
km away
Nearest Major Airport
International Airport • PBM
Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport
Paramaribo, SR
44
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Blauwgrond's exact coordinates, or Paramaribo's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Blauwgrond From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Blauwgrond to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
New York (United States)4,309 km2,678 mi~ 5h 49m
Toronto (Canada)4,827 km2,999 mi~ 6h 26m
London (United Kingdom)7,141 km4,437 mi~ 9h 09m
Los Angeles (United States)7,178 km4,461 mi~ 9h 12m
Paris (France)7,185 km4,465 mi~ 9h 12m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)11,751 km7,302 mi~ 14h 34m
Auckland (New Zealand)13,903 km8,639 mi~ 17h 06m
Tokyo (Japan)15,147 km9,412 mi~ 18h 34m
Sydney (Australia)15,884 km9,870 mi~ 19h 26m
Singapore (Singapore)17,544 km10,901 mi~ 21h 23m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Blauwgrond, Suriname is set to Suriname Time (SRT) with a current offset of UTC -03:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Blauwgrond requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneSuriname Time (SRT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC -03:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time1:31 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Blauwgrond to Major World Cities

It is currently 1:31 PM on Saturday in Blauwgrond. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Blauwgrond right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Blauwgrond
New York (United States)Sat, 12:31 PM1h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 9:31 AM4h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 12:31 PM1h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 5:31 PM4h ahead
Paris (France)Sat, 6:31 PM5h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 8:31 PM7h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 12:31 AM11h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 1:31 AM12h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 2:31 AM13h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 4:31 AM15h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Blauwgrond — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Blauwgrond is the Surinamese dollar (SRD), written as $. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
$ 37.79
SRD
€ 1 Euro
$ 42.99
SRD
£ 1 British Pound
$ 50.34
SRD
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
$ 26.38
SRD
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
$ 26.80
SRD

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 25, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Blauwgrond

Knowing which languages are used in Blauwgrond helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
Dutch
National language(s):
Sranan Tongo

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Blauwgrond. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Rainville (Paramaribo District, Suriname)1 mi2 kmWSW
⬆️
Meerzorg (Commewijne District, Suriname)3 mi5 kmSSW
⬆️
Nieuw Amsterdam (Commewijne District, Suriname)4 mi6 kmNE
⬆️
Paramaribo (Paramaribo District, Suriname)4 mi6 kmWNW
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Munder Buiten (Paramaribo District, Suriname)4 mi7 kmWest (W)
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Blauwgrond

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Blauwgrond is the Machu Picchu (Peru), about 2,858 km away. Straight-line distances from Blauwgrond to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru2,858 km1,776 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil3,454 km2,146 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico3,965 km2,464 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy7,729 km4,803 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan9,734 km6,048 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India13,786 km8,566 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China14,798 km9,195 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Blauwgrond shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Paramaribo District and Suriname. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Paramaribo District Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Paramaribo District, including major hub cities.
✈️ Suriname Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Suriname.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Blauwgrond, Suriname runs at 110V / 60Hz using Type A/B socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Blauwgrond and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Blauwgrond.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage110 V
🔄 Frequency60 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
AType A: Two flat parallel pins
BType B: Two flat parallel pins + round grounding pin
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🧭 Blauwgrond's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Blauwgrond

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Blauwgrond. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Blauwgrond — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Blauwgrond

Blauwgrond keeps Left-hand traffic, same as the rest of Suriname. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Blauwgrond

The closest airport to Blauwgrond is Eduard Alexander Gummels Airport (EAX), about 8 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Blauwgrond From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Blauwgrond needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Blauwgrond gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Blauwgrond

Blauwgrond rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Blauwgrond — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Blauwgrond

ℹ️ Blauwgrond OverviewSee the full profile of Blauwgrond — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Blauwgrond MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Blauwgrond for distance and direction.
💰 Blauwgrond CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Blauwgrond

What side of the road do people drive on in Blauwgrond?

Blauwgrond, like the rest of Suriname, drives on the Left. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Blauwgrond use?

Blauwgrond runs on 110V / 60Hz power through Type A/B sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Blauwgrond?

In Blauwgrond, reach police on 115, ambulance on 113, fire brigade on 110, a general emergency line on 115. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Blauwgrond?

Eduard Alexander Gummels Airport (EAX) is the nearest airport to Blauwgrond, about 8 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Blauwgrond in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Blauwgrond runs on Suriname Time (UTC -03:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Blauwgrond?

Blauwgrond shares the official and regional languages of Paramaribo District and Suriname — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Blauwgrond?

No — Blauwgrond uses the Surinamese dollar (SRD), symbol $. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Blauwgrond currency page for live rates.