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Kencong, Indonesia

East Java · Indonesia

Kencong is a mid-size city in East Java, Indonesia with a population of 43,046. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

43,046 Population 30/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
60.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Jakarta Timezone

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People

Population43,046
Density30/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain60.2 in/yr
Sunny Days346/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population43,046
Population Density30 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-8.2833°, 113.3667°
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceEast Java
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation60.2 inches (1,530 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kencong

Kencong is a mid-size city in Indonesia (East Java) with a population of 43,046. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jakarta.

Climate in Kencong

Kencong has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (28°C), the coldest is Aug (25.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1890 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.8°C / 82°F 26.3° / 29.8° 265.8
Feb 27.9°C / 82°F 26.1° / 30° 309.7
Mar 27.9°C / 82°F 26.1° / 30.1° 248.8
Apr 28°C / 82°F 26.2° / 29.9° 171.4
May 27.2°C / 81°F 25.6° / 29.2° 95.0
Jun 26.6°C / 80°F 24.8° / 28.6° 90.1
Jul 25.5°C / 78°F 23.5° / 27.6° 51.7
Aug 25.1°C / 77°F 23.1° / 27.5° 23.0
Sep 25.5°C / 78°F 23.6° / 28° 53.2
Oct 26.6°C / 80°F 24.5° / 29.2° 111.5
Nov 27.8°C / 82°F 25.9° / 30.2° 212.9
Dec 27.9°C / 82°F 26.3° / 30.2° 257.2
Kencong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 346 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.5°F
45% above Indonesia avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days346 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area1,415.3 sq mi (3,665.7 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates-8.2833°N, 113.3667°W
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.2"
59% above Indonesia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 11.26"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

359 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

Sep 28, 1998 8 km WSW of Sumberpucung, Indonesia M6.6 105 km
Apr 10, 2021 45 km S of Sumberpucung, Indonesia M6.0 100 km
Jul 26, 2015 116 km S of Dampit, Indonesia M5.9 133 km
Apr 25, 1994 122 km SSW of Kencong, Indonesia M5.8 123 km
May 21, 2021 33 km SSW of Sumberpucung, Indonesia M5.8 115 km
Jul 8, 2013 70 km SW of Kencong, Indonesia M5.7 70 km
Jul 16, 2019 46 km SSE of Muncar, Indonesia M5.7 137 km
May 17, 2011 111 km S of Dampit, Indonesia M5.7 134 km
Feb 18, 2019 144 km S of Dampit, Indonesia M5.7 147 km
Aug 7, 2001 42 km SW of Gambiran Satu, Indonesia M5.6 63 km
Apr 16, 2004 34 km S of Negara, Indonesia M5.5 148 km
Jun 11, 2005 90 km SSW of Sumberpucung, Indonesia M5.4 147 km
Jun 19, 1994 139 km S of Dampit, Indonesia M5.3 148 km
Feb 12, 2000 60 km S of Sumberpucung, Indonesia M5.3 112 km
Jun 3, 1994 132 km SSW of Kencong, Indonesia M5.3 133 km
Mar 9, 2014 74 km SSW of Kencong, Indonesia M5.3 75 km
Jan 19, 2001 65 km SSW of Dampit, Indonesia M5.2 102 km
Jun 12, 2008 129 km S of Dampit, Indonesia M5.2 138 km
Apr 26, 1994 143 km S of Dampit, Indonesia M5.2 145 km
Jan 14, 2001 31 km SSW of Dampit, Indonesia M5.2 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Nicholas (1986).

Year Name Category Closest
1986 Nicholas Category 1 182 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Lamongan (34 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Lamongan Stratovolcano 1,641 m (5,384 ft) 1898 34 km
Iyang-Argapura Complex 3,088 m (10,131 ft) Unknown 41 km
Semeru Stratovolcano 3,657 m (11,998 ft) 2020 53 km
Tengger Caldera Stratovolcano(es) 2,329 m (7,641 ft) 2019 60 km
Raung Stratovolcano 3,260 m (10,696 ft) 2015 78 km
Ijen Stratovolcano(es) 2,769 m (9,085 ft) 1999 100 km
Arjuno-Welirang Stratovolcano 3,339 m (10,955 ft) 1952 107 km
Penanggungan Stratovolcano 1,631 m (5,351 ft) Unknown 111 km
Kelut Stratovolcano 1,731 m (5,679 ft) 2014 123 km
Wilis Stratovolcano 2,563 m (8,409 ft) Unknown 185 km
Buyan-Bratan Caldera 2,244 m (7,362 ft) Unknown 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 11.3 in Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 9.0 in
March 80°F (26°C) 9.6 in
April 80°F (27°C) 5.8 in
May 79°F (26°C) 4.1 in
June 78°F (26°C) 2.4 in
July 76°F (25°C) 1.5 in Coldest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in Driest
September 79°F (26°C) 1.1 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.6 in
November 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in Warmest
December 79°F (26°C) 11.1 in

Kencong has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 76°F in July to 80°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 67.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (11.3") and August the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Kencong

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
UAS (University of Al-Falah As-Sunniyah) Kencong Jember - - - -
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Radio Stations near Kencong

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Damu Lumajang islamic, religious MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Kencong

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museum Daerah Kabupaten Lumajang

Libraries in Kencong

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Perpustakaan Lumajang0.0

Farmers Markets in Kencong

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Pasar Ambulu
Pasar Baru
Pasar Daerah Kecamatan Balung
Pasar Daerah Kecamatan Puger
Pasar Gladak Abang
Pasar Ikan Higienis
Pasar Kecamatan Gumukmas
Pasar Kedawung
Pasar PKL
Pasar Reboan
Pasar Tempeh
Plasa Lumajang

Stadiums & Teams in Kencong

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kencong

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Abdul Rachman Saleh AirportMLGMedium Airport
Grati Airport-Small Airport
Notohadinegoro AirportJBBSmall 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 Kencong

What is the population of Kencong?

Kencong has a population of 43,046 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 1,415.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kencong?

Kencong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 60.2 inches.

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