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Barus, Indonesia
North Sumatra · Indonesia
Barus is a small city in North Sumatra, Indonesia with a population of 18,346. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 18,346 |
| Population Density | 2,443 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.0106°, 98.3982° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jakarta |
| Country | 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
| State / Province | North Sumatra |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 130.9 inches (3,326 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Barus
Barus is a small city in Indonesia (North Sumatra) with a population of 18,346. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 130.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jakarta.
Climate in Barus
Barus has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (27.8°C), the coldest is Oct (26.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 3605 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.7°F |
| 42% above Indonesia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 107 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 7.5 sq mi (19.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,443/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.0106°N, 98.3982°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Jakarta |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.2 m (14 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2005 | INDONESIA | Earthquake | 4.2 m | 1,319 | 144 km |
| 1892 | NORTHEAST SUMATRA | Earthquake | - | - | 134 km |
| 1843 | SW. SUMATRA | Earthquake | - | - | 72 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toba (79 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toba | Caldera | 2,157 m (7,077 ft) | Unknown | 79 km |
| Lubukraya | Stratovolcano | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Sibualbuali | Stratovolcano | 1,819 m (5,968 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Sinabung | Stratovolcano | 2,460 m (8,071 ft) | 2019 | 129 km |
| Singkut | Caldera(s) | 2,181 m (7,156 ft) | 1881 | 138 km |
| Sorikmarapi | Stratovolcano | 2,145 m (7,037 ft) | 1986 | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 11.2 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 12.7 in | |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 13.4 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 9.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 6.7 in | Driest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 8.8 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 10.8 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 14.2 in | Coldest |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 14.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 12.8 in |
Barus has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 76°F in October to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 130.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (14.7") and July the driest (6.7").
Schools in Barus
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMK Negeri 1 Sosorgadong | - | - | - | - |
| SMP Negeri 1 Sosorgadong | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Barus
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasar Barus |
Hotels in Barus
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Barus
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport | FLZ | Medium Airport |
| Sibisa Airport | SIW | Small Airport |
| Silangit Airport | DTB | Small Airport |
| Syekh Hamzah Fansyuri Airport | FSH | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Indonesia
8 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Barus
What is the population of Barus?
Barus has a population of 18,346 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 2,443 people per square mile, spread across 7.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Barus?
Barus has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 107 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 130.9 inches.