Lewoleba, Indonesia
East Nusa Tenggara · Indonesia
Lewoleba is a mid-size city in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia with a population of 30,151. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Lewoleba
Lewoleba is a town and also the capital of the Lembata Regency, East Nusa Tenggara province of Indonesia. It is located in Nubatukan District on Lembata Island, which comprises seven urban communities (kelurahan) in the north of the district, and eleven rural villages (desa) to the south, that together form that administrative district.
People
Climate
| Population | 30,151 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.3723°, 123.4180° |
| Timezone | Asia/Makassar |
| Country | 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
| State / Province | East Nusa Tenggara |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.6 inches (956 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lewoleba
Lewoleba is a mid-size city in Indonesia (East Nusa Tenggara) with a population of 30,151. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Makassar.
Climate in Lewoleba
Lewoleba has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is Nov (29.4°C), the coldest is Jul (26.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1342 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.2°F |
| 45% above Indonesia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 359 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 1,786.7 sq mi (4,627.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.3723°N, 123.4180°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Makassar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1979 | LOMBLEN ISLAND [LEMBATA] | Meteorological | 9.0 m | 1,239 | 27 km |
| 1891 | TIMOR SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 95 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Iliboleng (18 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Iliboleng | Stratovolcano | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | 1993 | 18 km |
| Ililabalekan | Stratovolcano | 1,018 m (3,340 ft) | Unknown | 20 km |
| Iliwerung | Complex | 1,018 m (3,340 ft) | 2013 | 24 km |
| Leroboleng | Complex | 1,095 m (3,593 ft) | 2003 | 64 km |
| Lewotobi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,703 m (5,587 ft) | 2003 | 73 km |
| Ilimuda | Stratovolcano | 881 m (2,890 ft) | Unknown | 73 km |
| Sirung | Complex | 862 m (2,828 ft) | 2015 | 80 km |
| Kelimutu | Complex | 1,639 m (5,377 ft) | 1968 | 181 km |
| Paluweh | Stratovolcano | 875 m (2,871 ft) | 2013 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 9.6 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 8.3 in |
Lewoleba has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in July to 81°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 51.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.7") and August the driest (0.3").
Schools in Lewoleba
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kantor Guru SMA PGRI Lewoleba | — | — | — | — |
| SMA PGRI Lewoleba | — | — | — | — |
| SD Impres Lamahora | — | — | — | — |
| SD Impres Lamahora | — | — | — | — |
| SD Impres Lamahora | — | — | — | — |
| SD Impres Lamahora | — | — | — | — |
| SD Impres Lamahora | — | — | — | — |
| SD Impres Lamahora | — | — | — | — |
| Paud Maheswari | — | — | — | — |
| SMA Frateran Don Bosco | — | — | — | — |
| SMA PGRI Lewoleba | — | — | — | — |
| SMIP Santus | — | — | — | — |
| SMP St. Pius Lewoleba | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Lewoleba
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Lewoleba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pada traditional market |
Hotels in Lewoleba
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lewoleba
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lewoleba
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Lewoleba
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lewoleba
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lewoleba
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lewoleba
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Larantuka Gewayentana Airport | LKA | Small Airport |
| Wonopito Airport | LWE | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lewoleba
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kantor Pos |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lewoleba
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gereja Kristus Raja, Wangatoa | |
| Gereja Santa Maria Banneux, Lewoleba | |
| Gereja Santo Arnoldus Janssen, Waikomo | |
| Gereja Santo Fransiskus Asisi, Lamahora | |
| Gereja Santo Fransiskus de Sales, Pada | |
| Gereja Santo Wilhelmus, Lusikawak | |
| Masjid Lamahora |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Indonesia
8 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Lewoleba
What is the population of Lewoleba?
Lewoleba has a population of 30,151 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 1,786.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lewoleba?
Lewoleba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches.
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