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Bugalaga, Indonesia

Central Papua · Indonesia

Bugalaga is a small town in Central Papua, Indonesia with a population of 3,582. Elevation: 6,844 ft (2,086 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

3,582 Population 1/sq mi density
6,844 ft Elevation 2,086 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
130.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Jayapura Timezone

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People

Population3,582
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain130.5 in/yr
Sunny Days99/yr
Elevation6,844 ft (2,086 m)
Population3,582
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,844 ft (2,086 m)
Coordinates-3.6248°, 136.5971°
TimezoneAsia/Jayapura
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceCentral Papua
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation130.5 inches (3,314 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bugalaga

Bugalaga is a small town in Indonesia (Central Papua) with a population of 3,582. The city sits at an elevation of 6,844 feet (2,086 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 130.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jayapura.

Bugalaga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 99 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 130.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,844 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above Indonesia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days99 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,844 ft (2,086 m)
Area7,107.4 sq mi (18,408.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-3.6248°N, 136.5971°W
TimezoneAsia/Jayapura

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 130.5"
243% above Indonesia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 12.68"
Driest Month (Dec) 8.82"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

550 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 13, 2025.

Feb 5, 2004 28 km S of Nabire, Indonesia M7.0 118 km
Jan 19, 1994 55 km ENE of Nabire, Indonesia M6.8 86 km
Feb 8, 2004 38 km SSW of Nabire, Indonesia M6.7 140 km
Jun 16, 2010 135 km SSE of Biak, Indonesia M6.6 145 km
May 25, 1994 92 km S of Nabire, Indonesia M6.5 139 km
Apr 13, 1994 57 km ENE of Nabire, Indonesia M6.5 89 km
Jun 26, 2011 146 km SSE of Biak, Indonesia M6.3 138 km
Jun 16, 2010 147 km SSE of Biak, Indonesia M6.2 138 km
Apr 27, 1998 95 km ENE of Nabire, Indonesia M6.2 78 km
Aug 12, 2000 75 km ENE of Nabire, Indonesia M6.0 82 km
Jul 18, 1995 60 km SSW of Nabire, Indonesia M5.9 150 km
Jan 12, 2021 157 km ENE of Nabire, Indonesia M5.9 71 km
Jan 22, 2007 132 km NE of Nabire, Indonesia M5.9 128 km
Feb 5, 2004 36 km SSW of Nabire, Indonesia M5.9 137 km
Aug 24, 2002 33 km ENE of Nabire, Indonesia M5.8 97 km
May 11, 1996 39 km E of Nabire, Indonesia M5.8 89 km
Jan 22, 2007 129 km NE of Nabire, Indonesia M5.7 123 km
Feb 11, 2004 30 km SSE of Nabire, Indonesia M5.7 115 km
Feb 11, 2004 20 km SSE of Nabire, Indonesia M5.7 113 km
Jul 2, 1994 Papua, Indonesia M5.6 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 10.2 in
February 64°F (18°C) 12.7 in Wettest
March 64°F (18°C) 10.9 in
April 64°F (18°C) 10.9 in
May 64°F (18°C) 10.9 in Warmest
June 63°F (17°C) 11.9 in
July 62°F (17°C) 12.2 in Coldest
August 62°F (17°C) 12.2 in
September 63°F (17°C) 11.3 in
October 64°F (18°C) 9.6 in
November 64°F (18°C) 9.0 in
December 64°F (18°C) 8.8 in Driest

Bugalaga has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 62°F in July to 64°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 130.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (12.7") and December the driest (8.8").

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Airports Near Bugalaga

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bilorai AirportUGUMedium Airport
Baya Biru AirportSmall Airport
Beoga AirstripSmall Airport
Bilai AirstripSmall Airport
Bomomani AirstripSmall Airport
Bugalaga AirstripSmall Airport
Daboto AirstripSmall Airport
Dadou AirstripSmall Airport
Daufo AirfieldSmall Airport
Deiyai / Waghete Baru AirportWETSmall Airport
Derapos AirstripSmall Airport
Eaopoto AirstripSmall Airport
Enarotali AirportEWISmall Airport
Hitadipa AirportSmall Airport
Iratoi AirstripSmall Airport
Kebo AirstripSmall Airport
Komopa AirstripSmall Airport
Magoda AirstripSmall Airport
Mbugulo AirstripSmall Airport
Moanamani AirportONISmall Airport
Obano AirportOBDSmall Airport
Pagamba AirstripSmall Airport
Pogapa AirstripSmall Airport
Siriwo AirstripSmall Airport
Tigi AirstripSmall Airport
Tsinga AirstripSmall Airport
Wapoga AirstripSmall Airport
Zotadi AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Jayapura

🇮🇩 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 Bugalaga

What is the population of Bugalaga?

Bugalaga has a population of 3,582 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 7,107.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bugalaga?

Bugalaga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 99 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 130.5 inches.

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