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Katobu, Indonesia

Southeast Sulawesi · Indonesia

Katobu is a mid-size city in Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia with a population of 31,929. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

31,929 Population 22/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
66.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Makassar Timezone

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People

Population31,929
Density22/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain66.4 in/yr
Sunny Days216/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population31,929
Population Density22 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates-4.8299°, 122.7260°
TimezoneAsia/Makassar
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceSoutheast Sulawesi
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation66.4 inches (1,687 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Katobu

Katobu is a mid-size city in Indonesia (Southeast Sulawesi) with a population of 31,929. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Makassar.

Climate in Katobu

Katobu has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is Nov (28.4°C), the coldest is Jul (25.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 2238 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.2°C / 81°F 25° / 30.7° 223.9
Feb 27.1°C / 81°F 25° / 30.4° 226.3
Mar 27.2°C / 81°F 24.9° / 30.5° 268.6
Apr 27.2°C / 81°F 24.9° / 30.3° 211.3
May 26.9°C / 80°F 24.8° / 29.9° 233.6
Jun 26.1°C / 79°F 23.7° / 29.2° 222.2
Jul 25.5°C / 78°F 22.7° / 28.7° 156.5
Aug 25.7°C / 78°F 22.4° / 29.6° 106.4
Sep 26.6°C / 80°F 22.7° / 31.5° 103.1
Oct 28°C / 82°F 24.2° / 33° 82.7
Nov 28.4°C / 83°F 24.8° / 33.4° 170.6
Dec 27.8°C / 82°F 25.5° / 32.4° 233.1
Katobu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average81.5°F
51% above Indonesia avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days216 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area1,457.5 sq mi (3,774.8 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates-4.8299°N, 122.7260°W
TimezoneAsia/Makassar

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 66.4"
75% above Indonesia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 8.74"
Driest Month (Oct) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

150 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.5 on May 27, 2025.

Feb 19, 2005 81 km SSW of Katabu, Indonesia M6.5 105 km
May 14, 2000 80 km ESE of Kendari, Indonesia M6.3 77 km
Apr 24, 2011 47 km NE of Katabu, Indonesia M6.1 28 km
Oct 15, 2009 82 km ENE of Kendari, Indonesia M5.7 143 km
Oct 21, 2001 155 km E of Katabu, Indonesia M5.7 132 km
Mar 17, 2006 68 km ESE of Katabu, Indonesia M5.6 53 km
Jul 1, 2001 86 km ESE of Kendari, Indonesia M5.6 88 km
Dec 24, 2000 84 km ESE of Kendari, Indonesia M5.6 91 km
Oct 18, 2009 84 km ENE of Kendari, Indonesia M5.6 141 km
Oct 18, 2009 89 km ENE of Kendari, Indonesia M5.5 146 km
Jul 11, 2011 91 km W of Kendari, Indonesia M5.5 143 km
Oct 20, 2001 157 km ENE of Katabu, Indonesia M5.5 132 km
Mar 15, 2002 88 km ESE of Kendari, Indonesia M5.5 94 km
Jan 3, 2008 110 km S of Katabu, Indonesia M5.4 122 km
Feb 19, 2005 94 km SSW of Katabu, Indonesia M5.4 117 km
Oct 19, 2001 170 km ENE of Katabu, Indonesia M5.3 145 km
Aug 26, 2000 128 km SE of Katabu, Indonesia M5.2 125 km
Jul 11, 2011 94 km WSW of Kendari, Indonesia M5.2 139 km
Mar 28, 2010 78 km SSE of Katabu, Indonesia M5.1 87 km
May 6, 2007 82 km ENE of Kendari, Indonesia M5.1 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 7.1 in
February 82°F (28°C) 7.5 in
March 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in
April 82°F (28°C) 7.1 in
May 81°F (27°C) 8.7 in Wettest
June 80°F (27°C) 8.1 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.8 in Coldest
August 80°F (27°C) 2.3 in
September 82°F (28°C) 1.6 in
October 83°F (28°C) 1.2 in Driest
November 83°F (28°C) 3.4 in Warmest
December 83°F (28°C) 6.8 in

Katobu has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in July to 83°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 66.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (8.7") and October the driest (1.2").

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Museums in Katobu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museum Bharugano Wuna

Airports Near Katobu

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Betoambari AirportBUWSmall Airport
Haluoleo AirportKDISmall Airport
Sugimanuru AirportRAQSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Makassar

🇮🇩 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 Katobu

What is the population of Katobu?

Katobu has a population of 31,929 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 1,457.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Katobu?

Katobu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.4 inches.

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