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Palopo, Indonesia
South Sulawesi · Indonesia
Palopo is a large city in South Sulawesi, Indonesia with a population of 190,867. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 190,867 |
| Population Density | 1,668 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.9925°, 120.1969° |
| Timezone | Asia/Makassar |
| Country | 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
| State / Province | South Sulawesi |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 102.9 inches (2,613 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Palopo
Palopo is a large city in Indonesia (South Sulawesi) with a population of 190,867. 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 81°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 102.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Makassar.
Climate in Palopo
Palopo has an average annual temperature of 22.3°C (72°F). The hottest month is Nov (22.9°C), the coldest is Jul (21.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 3679 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Indonesia avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 346 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 114.4 sq mi (296.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,668/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.9925°N, 120.1969°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Makassar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1969 | MAKASSAR STRAIT | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 664 | 145 km |
| 1967 | MAKASSAR STRAIT | Earthquake | - | 71 | 127 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 10.2 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 9.7 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 12.5 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 14.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 14.0 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 11.2 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 8.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 6.6 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | Driest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 10.7 in |
Palopo has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in July to 82°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 116.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (14.8") and September the driest (5.2").
Schools in Palopo
38 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SD Negeri No. 15 Salolo | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Negeri 3 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Negeri 1 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Negeri 5 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| Pesantren Modern Datok Sulaiman (PMDS) Bagian Putri | - | - | - | - |
| SMP Negeri 1 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Negeri 1 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SMP Negeri 7 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SMK Negeri 1 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SD Negeri No. 26 Pattene | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Negeri 6 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Frater Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SMP-SMK Kristen Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| STIKES Bhakti Pertiwi Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Negeri 6 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SD Negeri Pinceppute | - | - | - | - |
| SMP Negeri 2 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SD 47 Tompotikka Kota Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| TK. ISLAH | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Frater Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Negeri 6 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Negeri 1 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SDN 59 Siguntu | - | - | - | - |
| SMP Negeri 1 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Negeri 1 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SMP Negeri 7 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SMK Negeri 1 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SD Negeri No. 26 Pattene | - | - | - | - |
| SD Negeri No. 15 Salolo | - | - | - | - |
| La Sulolipu-English Foundation School | - | - | - | - |
| SMP-SMK Kristen Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| STIKES Bhakti Pertiwi Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Negeri 6 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SD Negeri Pinceppute | - | - | - | - |
| SMP Negeri 2 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| La Sulolipu-English Foundation School | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Negeri 2 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Negeri 4 Palopo | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Palopo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum Batara Guru | ||||
| Museum Ne' Gandeng | ||||
| Negandeng |
Libraries in Palopo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan Umum Daerah Palopo | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Palopo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasar Pondo' |
Hotels in Palopo
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Palopo
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Palopo
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Palopo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Palopo
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Toraja Airport | TRT | Medium Airport |
| Andi Jemma Airport | MXB | Small Airport |
| Bua - Palopo Lagaligo Airport | LLO | Small Airport |
| Makale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malimpung Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pongtiku Airport | TTR | Small Airport |
| Seko Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Palopo
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Masjid Al Ikhlas Babaq | |
| Mejid Jami Tua Palopo | |
| Mesjid Agung Palopo |
Quick Facts
Around Palopo
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Palopo
37 places within 15 km
- • Buntu Ambawang
- • Buntu Awo
- • Buntu Barru
- • Buntu Bentengbatu
- • Buntu Boting
- + 32 more
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Public Holidays in Indonesia
8 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Palopo
What is the population of Palopo?
Palopo has a population of 190,867 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 1,668 people per square mile, spread across 114.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Palopo?
Palopo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 102.9 inches.