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Sape, Indonesia
West Nusa Tenggara · Indonesia
Sape is a small town in West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia with a population of 5,000. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sape
The Sape Strait or Sapie Strait is a strait connecting the Flores Sea to the Sumba Strait. It separates the islands of Sumbawa and Komodo. It joins the Indonesian provinces of West Nusa Tenggara and East Nusa Tenggara.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,000 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.5667°, 118.9833° |
| Timezone | Asia/Makassar |
| Country | 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
| State / Province | West Nusa Tenggara |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.9 inches (1,267 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sape
Sape is a small town in Indonesia (West Nusa Tenggara) with a population of 5,000. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Makassar.
Climate in Sape
Sape has an average annual temperature of 28.3°C (83°F). The hottest month is Nov (30°C), the coldest is Jul (26.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1139 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.0°F |
| 44% above Indonesia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 3,965.6 sq mi (10,270.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.5667°N, 118.9833°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Makassar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1815 | TAMBORA | Astronomical | 4.0 m | 60,000 | 116 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sangeang Api (42 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sangeang Api | Complex | 1,912 m (6,273 ft) | 2020 | 42 km |
| Sano, Wai | Caldera | 1,319 m (4,327 ft) | Unknown | 112 km |
| Tambora | Stratovolcano | 2,850 m (9,350 ft) | 1967 | 114 km |
| Ranakah | Lava dome(s) | 2,350 m (7,710 ft) | 1991 | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 12.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 12.1 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 9.5 in | |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 0.9 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 10.2 in |
Sape has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 75°F in August to 80°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 64.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (12.6") and September the driest (0.6").
Schools in Sape
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MI Almunawarah | — | — | — | — |
| MTS Almunawarah | — | — | — | — |
| SDN | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Sape
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum Samparaja | ||||
| Museum Samparaja |
Farmers Markets in Sape
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Komplek Pasar | |||||
| Kompleks Pasar Atas | |||||
| Kompleks Pasar Bawah | |||||
| Kompleks Pertokoan | |||||
| Pasar | |||||
| Pasar Desa Karumbu | |||||
| Pasar Raba |
Stadiums & Teams in Sape
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sape
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin Airport | BMU | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sape
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Masjid Raya Sape |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Indonesia
8 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sape
What is the population of Sape?
Sape has a population of 5,000 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 3,965.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sape?
Sape has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.9 inches.