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Parapat, Indonesia

North Sumatra · Indonesia

Parapat is a small city in North Sumatra, Indonesia with a population of 10,000. Elevation: 3,084 ft (940 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

10,000 Population 4/sq mi density
3,084 ft Elevation 940 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
80.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Jakarta Timezone

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People

Population10,000
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain80.2 in/yr
Sunny Days190/yr
Elevation3,084 ft (940 m)
Population10,000
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation3,084 ft (940 m)
Coordinates2.6630°, 98.9349°
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceNorth Sumatra
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation80.2 inches (2,038 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Parapat

Parapat is a small city in Indonesia (North Sumatra) with a population of 10,000. The city sits at an elevation of 3,084 feet (940 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jakarta.

Climate in Parapat

Parapat has an average annual temperature of 20.4°C (69°F). The hottest month is Apr (21.2°C), the coldest is Nov (20°C). Average annual precipitation is 3319 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.3°C / 68°F 15.8° / 26° 233.5
Feb 20.6°C / 69°F 15.9° / 26.5° 170.2
Mar 20.8°C / 69°F 15.7° / 26.7° 261.7
Apr 21.2°C / 70°F 16.9° / 26.7° 248.9
May 21.1°C / 70°F 16.5° / 26.6° 240.3
Jun 20.2°C / 68°F 15.6° / 25.2° 283.4
Jul 20.2°C / 68°F 15.9° / 25.2° 195.2
Aug 20.2°C / 68°F 15.7° / 25.7° 303.7
Sep 20.1°C / 68°F 15.5° / 26.1° 289.7
Oct 20.1°C / 68°F 15.9° / 25.7° 343.3
Nov 20°C / 68°F 15.5° / 25.6° 364.8
Dec 20°C / 68°F 15.8° / 25.6° 384.7
Parapat enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 190 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 80.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,084 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average68.3°F
26% above Indonesia avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days190 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,084 ft (940 m)
Area2,240.9 sq mi (5,804.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates2.6630°N, 98.9349°W
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 80.2"
111% above Indonesia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 9.76"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

404 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M5.0 on Aug 7, 2025.

Sep 5, 2011 68 km WSW of Kabanjahe, Indonesia M6.7 121 km
Apr 3, 2005 33 km SSE of Singkil, Indonesia M6.3 131 km
Oct 10, 1996 62 km WSW of Binjai, Indonesia M6.3 140 km
Jan 15, 2023 40 km SE of Singkil, Indonesia M6.1 129 km
Jun 23, 2012 66 km W of Kabanjahe, Indonesia M6.1 122 km
May 19, 2008 31 km NNW of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia M6.0 116 km
May 1, 2014 41 km SSE of Singkil, Indonesia M5.9 133 km
Mar 7, 2007 39 km SSE of Singkil, Indonesia M5.9 139 km
Jan 16, 2017 14 km NNW of Berastagi, Indonesia M5.6 89 km
Jun 14, 2011 38 km ENE of Sibolga, Indonesia M5.6 93 km
Jun 14, 2011 50 km N of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia M5.5 98 km
Mar 29, 2005 44 km N of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia M5.5 103 km
Mar 17, 2025 41 km ENE of Sibolga, Indonesia M5.4 90 km
Jul 11, 2017 10 km NNE of Parapat, Indonesia M5.4 10 km
May 3, 2014 46 km SSE of Singkil, Indonesia M5.4 147 km
Jul 15, 1995 14 km E of Parapat, Indonesia M5.4 15 km
Mar 15, 2014 13 km S of Pematangsiantar, Indonesia M5.4 25 km
Mar 11, 2023 39 km SSE of Singkil, Indonesia M5.3 135 km
May 19, 2008 39 km NNW of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia M5.3 108 km
Apr 19, 2015 26 km NE of Sibolga, Indonesia M5.3 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1892 NORTHEAST SUMATRA Earthquake - - 65 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toba (15 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toba Caldera 2,157 m (7,077 ft) Unknown 15 km
Singkut Caldera(s) 2,181 m (7,156 ft) 1881 81 km
Sinabung Stratovolcano 2,460 m (8,071 ft) 2019 83 km
Sibualbuali Stratovolcano 1,819 m (5,968 ft) Unknown 128 km
Lubukraya Stratovolcano 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 135 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 7.1 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 5.4 in
March 69°F (21°C) 7.8 in
April 69°F (21°C) 8.3 in
May 69°F (21°C) 6.0 in Warmest
June 69°F (20°C) 3.3 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 4.1 in
September 68°F (20°C) 7.2 in
October 68°F (20°C) 9.8 in Wettest
November 68°F (20°C) 9.6 in
December 68°F (20°C) 8.7 in

Parapat has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 68°F in January to 69°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 80.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.8") and July the driest (2.8").

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Museums in Parapat

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museum Batak
Museum Huta Bolon Simanindo
Tugu Raja Mataniari Tambun

Libraries in Parapat

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dinas Perpustakaan Dan Arsip Daerah Kabupaten Samosir0.0

Farmers Markets in Parapat

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kain Harum market
Pasar Porsea
Pasar Sarimatondang

Hotels in Parapat

11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Atsari
Danau Toba Cottages
Grand Tamaro Hotel
Hotel 211
Hotel Danau Toba International
Khas Parapat
Niagara Parapat
Patra Parapat
Toba
Wisata Bahari
Wisma Pora-Pora

Restaurants in Parapat

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bagus Coffee Shop
Damasus
Hong Kong
Restoran Singgalang
Warung + Toilet

Cafes in Parapat

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bikers Parapat

Bus Stations in Parapat

3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bus ke Medan
Bus ke Medan Amplas
Parapat Bus Station

Gas Stations in Parapat

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ID #2171314463
Pertamina

Banks in Parapat

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BRI

Airports Near Parapat

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sibisa AirportSIWSmall Airport
Silangit AirportDTBSmall Airport
Tebing Tinggi Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Parapat

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Masjid Taqwa

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 Parapat

What is the population of Parapat?

Parapat has a population of 10,000 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 2,240.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Parapat?

Parapat enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 190 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.2 inches.

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