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Biak, Indonesia
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Biak is a mid-size city in Papua, Indonesia with a population of 41,731. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 41,731 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.1767°, 136.0820° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jayapura |
| Country | 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
| State / Province | Papua |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 113.0 inches (2,871 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Biak
Biak is a mid-size city in Indonesia (Papua) with a population of 41,731. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 113.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jayapura.
Climate in Biak
Biak has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is Dec (27.6°C), the coldest is Jul (27°C). Average annual precipitation is 2913 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.7°F |
| 46% above Indonesia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 131 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 3,923.2 sq mi (10,161.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.1767°N, 136.0820°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Jayapura |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.7 m (25 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1996 | IRIAN JAYA | Eruption + Earthquake | 7.7 m | 164 | 102 km |
| 1864 | NW. IRIAN JAYA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 250 | 122 km |
| 1979 | IRIAN JAYA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 115 | 56 km |
| 1957 | NW. IRIAN JAYA | Earthquake | 1.8 m | — | 108 km |
| 1914 | NW. IRIAN JAYA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 120 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 10.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 10.0 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 10.5 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 9.1 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 9.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 8.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 9.7 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | Driest |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 9.7 in |
Biak has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in January to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 113.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.6") and November the driest (7.8").
Colleges & Universities in Biak
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| IISIP YAPIS BIAK | University | — | — |
Schools in Biak
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary school | — | — | — | — |
| Shool SD Inpres Aru | — | — | — | — |
| TK Sukaria | — | — | — | — |
| SD St. Yoseph I | — | — | — | — |
| SD St. Yoseph II | — | — | — | — |
| SMP YPPK Tillemans | — | — | — | — |
| SMA Katolik Yos Sudarso | — | — | — | — |
| SD ST. Yoseph III | — | — | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Biak | — | — | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 2 Biak | — | — | — | — |
| SMP Negeri 2 Biak | — | — | — | — |
| SD Mandouw | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Biak
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasar Darfuar | |||||
| Pasar Impres |
Hotels in Biak
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Biak
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Biak
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Biak
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Biak
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Biak
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Biak
12 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Biak
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Biak
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Frans Kaisiepo Airport | BIK | Medium Airport |
| Stevanus Rumbewas Airport | ZRI | Medium Airport |
| Ros Bori Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Biak
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church | |
| GBI EL-SHADDAI Biak Ministry | |
| Gereja Kerahiman Ilahi | |
| Gereja St. Maria diangkat ke Surga | |
| GKI Bahtera Injil Angkatan Laut | |
| GKI Betthesda KSB Saramom | |
| GKI Effata Waupnor | |
| GKI Maranatha Biak | |
| Masjid Agung Baiturrahman | |
| Mosque Babussalam | |
| Pura Jagatnatha Wirabhakti |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Indonesia
8 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Biak
What is the population of Biak?
Biak has a population of 41,731 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 3,923.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Biak?
Biak 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 78°F in July. The area receives 131 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 113.0 inches.