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Sijunjung, Indonesia
West Sumatra · Indonesia
Sijunjung is a small city in West Sumatra, Indonesia with a population of 27,786. Elevation: 548 ft (167 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).
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About Sijunjung
Sijunjung Regency formerly known as Sawahlunto Sijunjung, is an inland regency in West Sumatra, Indonesia. The Regency covers an area of 3,150.58 km2, and it had a population of 201,823 at the 2010 census and 235,045 at the 2020 Census; the official estimate as of mid-2023 was 243,709 - comprising 123,380 males and 120,330 females. The regency seat is the town of Muaro Sijunjung. The regency was created from the former Sawahlunto Regency, after the districts comprising Sawahlunto town became a city, administratively separated from the regency, which was then renamed.
People
Climate
| Population | 27,786 |
| Population Density | 26 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 548 ft (167 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.7005°, 100.9774° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jakarta |
| Country | 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
| State / Province | West Sumatra |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 109.1 inches (2,770 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sijunjung
Sijunjung is a small city in Indonesia (West Sumatra) with a population of 27,786. The city sits at an elevation of 548 feet (167 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 109.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jakarta.
Climate in Sijunjung
Sijunjung has an average annual temperature of 25.2°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (25.8°C), the coldest is Dec (24.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 3212 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.6°F |
| 31% above Indonesia avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 324 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 548 ft (167 m) |
| Area | 1,060.1 sq mi (2,745.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.7005°N, 100.9774°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Jakarta |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2009 | SUMATRA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 1,117 | 124 km |
| 1861 | SW. SUMATRA | Earthquake | — | — | 140 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Talang (45 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Talang | Stratovolcano | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | 2007 | 45 km |
| Marapi | Complex | 2,885 m (9,465 ft) | 2018 | 66 km |
| Tandikat-Singgalang | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,854 m (9,364 ft) | 1924 | 80 km |
| Kerinci | Stratovolcano | 3,800 m (12,467 ft) | 2020 | 115 km |
| Sarik-Gajah | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 737 m (2,418 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
| Talakmau | Complex | 2,919 m (9,577 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 9.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 9.4 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 10.9 in | Wettest |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 7.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | |
| July | 71°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | Driest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 4.8 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 7.0 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 9.7 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 10.4 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 9.6 in |
Sijunjung has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 69°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 95.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (10.9") and July the driest (4.1").
Schools in Sijunjung
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMA Negeri 9 Sijunjung | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Sijunjung
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum Alat Musik | ||||
| Museum Batubara Ombilin | ||||
| Museum Goedang Ransoem | ||||
| Museum Gudang Ransum | ||||
| Museum Kereta Api Sawahlunto | ||||
| Museum Kereta Api Sawahlunto | ||||
| Museum Lukisan dan Etno Kayu | ||||
| Museum Situs Lubang Tambang Soero & Infobox | ||||
| Museum Tambang Batubara Ombilin | ||||
| Museum Tari |
Farmers Markets in Sijunjung
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasar Inpres | |||||
| Pasar Sawahlunto | |||||
| Sijunjung Market | |||||
| Sijunjung Market |
Gas Stations in Sijunjung
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sijunjung
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sijunjung
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Minangkabau International Airport | PDG | Medium Airport |
| Tabing Airport | — | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Indonesia
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Sijunjung
What is the population of Sijunjung?
Sijunjung has a population of 27,786 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 1,060.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sijunjung?
Sijunjung has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 109.1 inches.