Sánchez, Dominican Republic facts for kids
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Sánchez
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 Sánchez
Location in the Dominican Republic
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| Country | Dominican Republic | |
| Province | Samaná | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 328.53 km2 (126.85 sq mi) | |
| Population
(2002)
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| • Total | 20,865 | |
| • Density | 63.5102/km2 (164.491/sq mi) | |
Sánchez is a town in the Samaná Province of the Dominican Republic. It is located on the southern coast of the Samaná Peninsula. This area is known for its beautiful natural surroundings.
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History of Sánchez
How Sánchez Got Its Name
Sánchez was first known as Las Cañitas. In 1866, it officially became a municipality. The town was renamed to honor Francisco del Rosario Sánchez. He was one of the important leaders who helped create the Dominican Republic. These leaders are often called "founding fathers."
The Railway and Port
Sánchez started as a small town. It became very important when a railway was built. This railway connected Sánchez to La Vega in the Cibao region. Thanks to the railway, Sánchez became one of the most important ports in the country. This was especially true in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
However, the railway stopped working in 1966. After that, the port of Sánchez became less important. Over time, the Yuna River has carried dirt and sand into Samaná Bay. This makes it harder for large ships to use the port. Now, only smaller boats can easily access it.
Climate in Sánchez
Weather Patterns
Sánchez has a tropical climate. This means it has warm temperatures all year round. It also has clear wet and dry seasons.
Temperatures and Rainfall
Temperatures usually stay between 20°C (68°F) and 32°C (90°F). The hottest months are usually May and July. Temperatures can sometimes reach up to 39°C (102°F) during these times.
The town gets a lot of rain, about 2,064.5 mm (81.2 inches) each year. The most rain falls from May to November. The drier season is from December to April.
| Climate data for Sánchez, Dominican Republic (1961–1990) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °C (°F) | 36.0 (96.8) |
35.2 (95.4) |
36.5 (97.7) |
37.5 (99.5) |
39.0 (102.2) |
38.0 (100.4) |
39.0 (102.2) |
38.0 (100.4) |
38.4 (101.1) |
38.2 (100.8) |
38.0 (100.4) |
35.2 (95.4) |
39.0 (102.2) |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 29.8 (85.6) |
30.1 (86.2) |
30.5 (86.9) |
30.9 (87.6) |
31.7 (89.1) |
32.3 (90.1) |
32.4 (90.3) |
32.1 (89.8) |
32.3 (90.1) |
32.2 (90.0) |
30.4 (86.7) |
29.5 (85.1) |
31.2 (88.2) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 20.2 (68.4) |
20.4 (68.7) |
20.8 (69.4) |
21.3 (70.3) |
22.8 (73.0) |
23.7 (74.7) |
23.7 (74.7) |
23.5 (74.3) |
23.3 (73.9) |
23.1 (73.6) |
22.0 (71.6) |
20.8 (69.4) |
22.1 (71.8) |
| Record low °C (°F) | 15.0 (59.0) |
15.0 (59.0) |
15.5 (59.9) |
16.0 (60.8) |
16.4 (61.5) |
19.5 (67.1) |
19.2 (66.6) |
18.0 (64.4) |
20.0 (68.0) |
19.7 (67.5) |
17.0 (62.6) |
15.9 (60.6) |
15.0 (59.0) |
| Average rainfall mm (inches) | 123.5 (4.86) |
96.6 (3.80) |
112.0 (4.41) |
147.1 (5.79) |
236.3 (9.30) |
154.1 (6.07) |
195.0 (7.68) |
219.4 (8.64) |
183.4 (7.22) |
190.9 (7.52) |
225.2 (8.87) |
181.0 (7.13) |
2,064.5 (81.28) |
| Average rainy days (≥ 1.0 mm) | 13.3 | 9.5 | 9.7 | 9.5 | 14.6 | 12.8 | 14.6 | 14.9 | 13.8 | 15.1 | 15.9 | 15.7 | 159.4 |
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Economy of Sánchez
Main Activities
Farming is the most important economic activity in Sánchez today. People grow crops to earn a living. In the past, fishing was also a big part of the local economy. However, its importance has decreased over time. The town has changed its focus to agriculture as conditions have changed.
See also
In Spanish: Sánchez (municipio) para niños
