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Bandar, Indonesia

North Sumatra · Indonesia

Bandar is a mid-size city in North Sumatra, Indonesia with a population of 31,442. Elevation: 240 ft (73 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

31,442 Population 15/sq mi density
240 ft Elevation 73 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
97.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Jakarta Timezone

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People

Population31,442
Density15/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain97.2 in/yr
Sunny Days160/yr
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Population31,442
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Coordinates2.0500°, 99.7500°
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceNorth Sumatra
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation97.2 inches (2,469 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bandar

Bandar is a mid-size city in Indonesia (North Sumatra) with a population of 31,442. The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet (73 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 97.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jakarta.

Climate in Bandar

Bandar has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (26.7°C), the coldest is Dec (25.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 3711 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.6°C / 78°F 21.9° / 30.3° 269.0
Feb 26°C / 79°F 22.2° / 30.7° 186.1
Mar 26.3°C / 79°F 22.3° / 31.1° 328.9
Apr 26.5°C / 80°F 22.8° / 30.9° 334.6
May 26.7°C / 80°F 23° / 31° 277.5
Jun 26.1°C / 79°F 22.2° / 30.3° 310.6
Jul 26°C / 79°F 21.9° / 30.4° 223.6
Aug 26.1°C / 79°F 22.3° / 30.6° 319.9
Sep 26°C / 79°F 21.7° / 30.8° 294.2
Oct 26°C / 79°F 22.1° / 31° 363.8
Nov 25.7°C / 78°F 22° / 30.5° 394.1
Dec 25.5°C / 78°F 22° / 30.1° 408.6
Bandar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 160 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 97.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above Indonesia avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days160 days/yr

Geography

Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Area2,044.3 sq mi (5,294.7 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates2.0500°N, 99.7500°W
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 97.2"
156% above Indonesia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 10.55"
Driest Month (Jul) 5.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

374 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M5.0 on Aug 7, 2025.

Nov 11, 1999 106 km SSE of Rantauprapat, Indonesia M6.2 107 km
May 19, 2008 31 km NNW of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia M6.0 81 km
Jun 14, 2011 38 km ENE of Sibolga, Indonesia M5.6 75 km
Jun 14, 2011 50 km N of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia M5.5 63 km
May 12, 2003 47 km WSW of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia M5.5 137 km
Mar 29, 2005 44 km N of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia M5.5 68 km
Jul 15, 1995 14 km E of Parapat, Indonesia M5.4 103 km
Jul 11, 2017 10 km NNE of Parapat, Indonesia M5.4 115 km
Mar 17, 2025 41 km ENE of Sibolga, Indonesia M5.4 71 km
Mar 15, 2014 13 km S of Pematangsiantar, Indonesia M5.4 116 km
Apr 19, 2015 26 km NE of Sibolga, Indonesia M5.3 90 km
May 19, 2008 39 km NNW of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia M5.3 73 km
Mar 11, 2019 61 km WSW of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia M5.3 149 km
Jul 24, 2010 51 km SE of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia M5.3 119 km
Mar 28, 2005 18 km NNW of Ambarita, Indonesia M5.2 141 km
Feb 20, 2012 30 km SW of Bandar, Indonesia M5.2 31 km
Mar 25, 2011 33 km SW of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia M5.2 125 km
Aug 27, 2012 33 km SSE of Parapat, Indonesia M5.2 88 km
Jun 26, 2023 55 km NW of Sibolga, Indonesia M5.2 142 km
Dec 4, 2000 22 km WNW of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia M5.2 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1892 NORTHEAST SUMATRA Earthquake - - 57 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sibualbuali (78 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sibualbuali Stratovolcano 1,819 m (5,968 ft) Unknown 78 km
Lubukraya Stratovolcano 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 88 km
Toba Caldera 2,157 m (7,077 ft) Unknown 118 km
Sorikmarapi Stratovolcano 2,145 m (7,037 ft) 1986 154 km
Singkut Caldera(s) 2,181 m (7,156 ft) 1881 192 km
Sinabung Stratovolcano 2,460 m (8,071 ft) 2019 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 8.9 in
February 79°F (26°C) 6.6 in
March 79°F (26°C) 8.0 in
April 80°F (26°C) 8.4 in
May 80°F (27°C) 6.9 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 5.4 in
July 79°F (26°C) 5.4 in Driest
August 79°F (26°C) 6.6 in
September 78°F (26°C) 9.8 in
October 78°F (26°C) 10.6 in Wettest
November 78°F (26°C) 10.3 in
December 78°F (26°C) 10.4 in Coldest

Bandar has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in December to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 97.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.6") and July the driest (5.4").

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Farmers Markets in Bandar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Pasar Gelugur
Pasar Lama

Stadiums & Teams in Bandar

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Bandar

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aek Godang AirportAEGMedium Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Jakarta

🇮🇩 About Indonesia

Capital Jakarta
Population 267,663,435
Area 1,919,440 km²
GDP (USD) $1,371,169,301,564
GDP per capita $4,876
HDI 0.713
Life expectancy 71.2 years
Internet users 69.2%
Urban population 58.1%
Currency IDR (Rupiah)
Languages Indonesian
Calling code +62
TLD .id
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Indonesia

8 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Tahun Baru Masehi
Apr 3 Good Friday Wafat Isa Almasih
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Paskah
May 1 Labour Day Hari Buruh Internasional
May 14 Ascension Day Kenaikan Isa Almasih
Jun 1 Pancasila Day Hari Lahir Pancasila
Aug 17 Independence Day Hari Ulang Tahun Kemerdekaan Republik Indonesia
Dec 25 Christmas Day Hari Raya Natal

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bandar

What is the population of Bandar?

Bandar has a population of 31,442 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 2,044.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bandar?

Bandar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 160 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 97.2 inches.

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