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Poso, Indonesia
Central Sulawesi · Indonesia
Poso is a mid-size city in Central Sulawesi, Indonesia with a population of 47,477. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 47,477 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.3959°, 120.7524° |
| Timezone | Asia/Makassar |
| Country | 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
| State / Province | Central Sulawesi |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 90.7 inches (2,304 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Poso
Poso is a mid-size city in Indonesia (Central Sulawesi) with a population of 47,477. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 90.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Makassar.
Climate in Poso
Poso has an average annual temperature of 22.3°C (72°F). The hottest month is Nov (22.8°C), the coldest is Jul (21.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2607 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Indonesia avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 171 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 3,039.3 sq mi (7,871.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.3959°N, 120.7524°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Makassar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1927 | SULAWESI | Earthquake | 15.0 m | 50 | 57 km |
| 2025 | SULAWESI | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 2 | 13 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 10.7 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 10.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 6.8 in |
Poso has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 79°F in July to 81°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 90.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (10.9") and October the driest (5.2").
Colleges & Universities in Poso
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universitas Sintuwu Maroso | University | - | , |
Schools in Poso
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PAUD Yayasan Kemala Bhayangkari | - | - | - | - |
| SMP Negeri 1 Poso | - | - | - | - |
| SMP Negeri 2 Poso | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Negeri 3 Poso | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Poso
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasar Tradisional Bersih Sintuwu Maroso |
Hotels in Poso
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Poso
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Poso
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Poso
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Poso
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Poso
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Poso
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kasiguncu Airport | PSJ | Medium Airport |
| Onondowa/Rampi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wuasa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Poso
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gereja Santa Theresia, Poso | |
| Masjid Birrul Walidain | |
| Masjid Nurul Huda |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Indonesia
8 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Poso
What is the population of Poso?
Poso has a population of 47,477 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 3,039.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Poso?
Poso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 171 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 90.7 inches.