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Rantepao, Indonesia
South Sulawesi · Indonesia
Rantepao is a mid-size city in South Sulawesi, Indonesia with a population of 40,438. Elevation: 2,572 ft (784 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 40,438 |
| Population Density | 58 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,572 ft (784 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.9701°, 119.8978° |
| 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 Rantepao
Rantepao is a mid-size city in Indonesia (South Sulawesi) with a population of 40,438. The city sits at an elevation of 2,572 feet (784 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 Rantepao
Rantepao 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 | 2,572 ft (784 m) |
| Area | 701.5 sq mi (1,817.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.9701°N, 119.8978°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 | 113 km |
| 1967 | MAKASSAR STRAIT | Earthquake | - | 71 | 105 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 12.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 12.7 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 12.4 in | |
| April | 71°F (21°C) | 15.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 71°F (21°C) | 10.8 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 8.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 6.1 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 6.1 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 4.9 in | Driest |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 5.6 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 10.0 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 13.2 in |
Rantepao has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 70°F in June to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 117.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (15.2") and September the driest (4.9").
Colleges & Universities in Rantepao
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universitas Kristen Indonesia Toraja | College | - | , |
Schools in Rantepao
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMA Barana' | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Negeri 1 Rantepao | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Negeri 1 Kesu | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Negeri 2 Rantepao | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Lentera Harapan (SLH) | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Kristen Rantepao | - | - | - | - |
| SD Negeri 1 Rantepao | - | - | - | - |
| SD Kristen 2 Malango' | - | - | - | - |
| SMK Negeri 1 Tallunglipu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rantepao
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Rantepao
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum Ne' Gandeng | ||||
| Museum Pongtiku Toraja Utara | ||||
| Negandeng |
Libraries in Rantepao
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan Daerah Tana Toraja | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rantepao
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasa' Tedong (Pasar Kerbau) | |||||
| Pasar Bolu | |||||
| Pasar Madandan | |||||
| Pasar Makale | |||||
| Pasar Pondo' |
Hotels in Rantepao
17 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rantepao
29 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rantepao
11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Rantepao
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rantepao
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Rantepao
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Rantepao
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rantepao
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rantepao
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rantepao
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rantepao
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 |
| Pongtiku Airport | TTR | Small Airport |
| Seko Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sumarorong Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rantepao
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kantor Pos Rantepao |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rantepao
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church | |
| Gereja | |
| Gereja | |
| Gereja Katolik Paroki Santa Thresia Rantepao | |
| Gereja Toraja | |
| Gereja Toraja Jemaat Tagari | |
| GT Jemaat Sion Sangkombong | |
| Jemaat Londa | |
| Mesjid Karassik |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Indonesia
8 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Rantepao
What is the population of Rantepao?
Rantepao has a population of 40,438 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 701.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rantepao?
Rantepao 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.