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Merauke, Indonesia
South Papua · Indonesia
Merauke is a large city in South Papua, Indonesia with a population of 102,351. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 102,351 |
| Population Density | 183 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.4996°, 140.4061° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jayapura |
| Country | 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
| State / Province | South Papua |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 63.3 inches (1,607 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Merauke
Merauke is a large city in Indonesia (South Papua) with a population of 102,351. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jayapura.
Climate in Merauke
Merauke has an average annual temperature of 27.4°C (81°F). The hottest month is Dec (28.6°C), the coldest is Aug (25.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1923 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.6°F |
| 49% above Indonesia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 221 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 558.2 sq mi (1,445.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 183/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.4996°N, 140.4061°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Jayapura |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 10.6 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 10.1 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 10.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| December | 83°F (28°C) | 8.3 in |
Merauke has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in July to 83°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 63.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (10.9") and August the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Merauke
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Musamus Merauke University | University | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | College | — | — |
Schools in Merauke
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMA Negeri Plus Urumb | — | — | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 2 Merauke | — | — | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Merauke | — | — | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 3 Merauke | — | — | — | — |
| TK Bernadetha | — | — | — | — |
| SMK NEGERI 3 MERAUKE | — | — | — | — |
| SMP YPPK Yoanes 23 | — | — | — | — |
| SMA YPPK Yoanes XXIII | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Merauke
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Merauke
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Merauke
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Merauke
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Merauke
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Merauke
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Merauke
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mopah International Airport | MKQ | Medium Airport |
| Okaba Airport | OKQ | Small Airport |
| Weam Airport | WEP | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Merauke
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathedral of St. Francis Xavier | |
| Jami | |
| Katedral Santo Fransiskus Xaverius | |
| Masjid Raya Al-Aqsha Merauke | |
| Mesjid | |
| Pniel |
Quick Facts
Around Merauke
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
🇮🇩 About Indonesia
Public Holidays in Indonesia
8 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Merauke
What is the population of Merauke?
Merauke has a population of 102,351 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 183 people per square mile, spread across 558.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Merauke?
Merauke has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.3 inches.