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Atambua, Indonesia
East Nusa Tenggara · Indonesia
Atambua is a mid-size city in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia with a population of 82,196. Elevation: 1,102 ft (336 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 82,196 |
| Population Density | 3,795 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,102 ft (336 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.1061°, 124.8925° |
| Timezone | Asia/Makassar |
| Country | 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
| State / Province | East Nusa Tenggara |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.5 inches (1,385 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Atambua
Atambua is a mid-size city in Indonesia (East Nusa Tenggara) with a population of 82,196. The city sits at an elevation of 1,102 feet (336 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Makassar.
Climate in Atambua
Atambua has an average annual temperature of 26.5°C (80°F). The hottest month is Nov (28.8°C), the coldest is Jul (24.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1261 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.4°F |
| 43% above Indonesia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 237 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,102 ft (336 m) |
| Area | 21.7 sq mi (56.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,795/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.1061°N, 124.8925°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Makassar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1995 | TIMOR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 75 km |
| 2004 | KEPULAUAN ALOR | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 34 | 106 km |
| 1891 | TIMOR SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 99 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sirung (107 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sirung | Complex | 862 m (2,828 ft) | 2015 | 107 km |
| Iliwerung | Complex | 1,018 m (3,340 ft) | 2013 | 159 km |
| Ililabalekan | Stratovolcano | 1,018 m (3,340 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
| Iliboleng | Stratovolcano | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | 1993 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 11.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 9.3 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 8.2 in | |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 4.6 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 8.8 in |
Atambua has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in July to 80°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 54.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (11.0") and August the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Atambua
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akademi Keperawatan | College | — | — |
| Politeknik Pertahanan Ben Mboi | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Atambua
28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sekolah Dasar Katolik St. Fransiskus Xaverius Sesekoe | — | — | — | — |
| SDK Nela | — | — | — | — |
| SMP SWASTA Nela | — | — | — | — |
| SMA N 2 Tasifeto Barat | — | — | — | — |
| SD GMIT Atambua 3 | — | — | — | — |
| SD Inpres Tenukiik | — | — | — | — |
| SDK Fatubenao | — | — | — | — |
| SMP N 1 Atambua | — | — | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Atambua | — | — | — | — |
| SD Inpres Wedomu | — | — | — | — |
| SD Katolik Sadi | — | — | — | — |
| SMP Negeri Umanen | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Dasar Negeri Onaboi | — | — | — | — |
| SDI Wekatimun | — | — | — | — |
| SDK Motabuik | — | — | — | — |
| SMP Negeri 2 Atambua | — | — | — | — |
| SDI Tini | — | — | — | — |
| SMK Kesehatan Yayasan Cartintes Atambua | — | — | — | — |
| SD Inpres Susuk | — | — | — | — |
| SD inpres Fatuatis | — | — | — | — |
| SD Katolik Lakafehan | — | — | — | — |
| SMP Negeri Ainiba | — | — | — | — |
| SD Inpres Ainiba | — | — | — | — |
| SDK Obokin | — | — | — | — |
| SD Wehor | — | — | — | — |
| SMA Katolik Surya Atambua | — | — | — | — |
| SDI Asulait | — | — | — | — |
| SMP Don Bosco | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Atambua
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balibo flag house | ||||
| Museum Fohorai |
Farmers Markets in Atambua
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasar Inpres Fatubenao | |||||
| Pasar Lakafehan | |||||
| Pasar Lama Atambua | |||||
| Pasar Lolowa | |||||
| Pasar Rakyat Berluli | |||||
| Pasar Rakyat Jenilu | |||||
| Pasar Rakyat Kabuna | |||||
| Pasar Senggol | |||||
| Pasar Tradisional Atambua | |||||
| Pasar Tradisional Sadi | |||||
| Pasar Tradisional Wedomu |
Hotels in Atambua
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Atambua
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Atambua
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Atambua
34 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Atambua
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Atambua
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Atambua
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Atambua
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Atambua
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Oecusse Route of the Sandalwood International Airport | OEC | Large Airport |
| Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport | DIL | Large Airport |
| Commander in Chief of FALINTIL, Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão, International Airport | UAI | Medium Airport |
| AA Bere Tallo (Haliwen) Airport | ABU | Small Airport |
| Maliana Airport | MPT | Small Airport |
| Mena Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Atambua
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gereja Katedral Atambua | |
| Gereja Santo Agustinus, Fatubenao | |
| Gereja Santo Antonius Padua, Nela | |
| Gereja Santo Petrus, Tukuneno | |
| Gereja Santo Yohanes Pemandi, Haliwen | |
| Gereja Tritunggal Mahakudus, Sadi | |
| GSJA BUKIT KEMULIAAN ATAMBUA | |
| Kapela Motabuik | |
| Kapela Santo Dominikus | |
| Masjid Raya Al-Mujahidin | |
| Masjid Sakinah | |
| Polycarpus Church |
Quick Facts
Around Atambua
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Atambua
124 places within 15 km
- • Foho Aina
- • Foho Baban
- • Foho Bairenes
- • Foho Bauho
- • Foho Beko
- + 119 more
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Public Holidays in Indonesia
8 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Atambua
What is the population of Atambua?
Atambua has a population of 82,196 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 3,795 people per square mile, spread across 21.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Atambua?
Atambua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.5 inches.