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Sorong, Indonesia
Southwest Papua · Indonesia
Sorong is a large city in Southwest Papua, Indonesia with a population of 254,294. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 254,294 |
| Population Density | 596 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.8796°, 131.2610° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jayapura |
| Country | 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
| State / Province | Southwest Papua |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 120.9 inches (3,072 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sorong
Sorong is a large city in Indonesia (Southwest Papua) with a population of 254,294. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 120.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jayapura.
Climate in Sorong
Sorong has an average annual temperature of 27.7°C (82°F). The hottest month is Nov (28.4°C), the coldest is Aug (26.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 3083 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.5°F |
| 51% above Indonesia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 123 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 426.6 sq mi (1,105.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 596/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.8796°N, 131.2610°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Jayapura |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 8.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 7.3 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 7.7 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 10.0 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 14.1 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 14.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 13.1 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 11.5 in | Coldest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 10.3 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 8.2 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 7.7 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 8.7 in |
Sorong has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 80°F in August to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 121.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (14.6") and February the driest (7.3").
Colleges & Universities in Sorong
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Politeknik Kesehatan | University | — | — |
| STAIN Sorong | University | — | — |
| STIE Bukit Zaitun | College | — | — |
| STKIS | University | — | — |
| Universitas Kristen Papua | University | — | — |
Schools in Sorong
52+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMP/SMA PGRI Kota Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| SD N 26 Kota Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| SD Impres 49 | — | — | — | — |
| SMA Agustinus | — | — | — | — |
| SMK N 1 Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| TK Lembaga Dakwa Islam | — | — | — | — |
| SD SMP YPK Klasaman 2 | — | — | — | — |
| SMP NegerI 1 | — | — | — | — |
| SMK Negeri 2 | — | — | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 4 Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 3 Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 2 Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| SMA OIKOUMENE | — | — | — | — |
| TK SD SMP SMA Gupi | — | — | — | — |
| SMP/SMA PGRI Kota Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| SMP/SMA PGRI Kota Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| SMP/SMA PGRI Kota Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| TK/ SD/ SMP Gereja Kalam Kudus | — | — | — | — |
| TK/ SD ANNUR YAPIS | — | — | — | — |
| Sekelah Perikanan SUPM | — | — | — | — |
| SMP/ SMA Ampera | — | — | — | — |
| SD N 113 | — | — | — | — |
| SD 28 Bambu Kuning/ SMP Bukit Zaitun | — | — | — | — |
| SMK NEGERI 2 | — | — | — | — |
| SMP NEGERI 5 | — | — | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| SD N 113 | — | — | — | — |
| SMK Negeri 2 | — | — | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 3 Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 2 Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| SMA OIKOUMENE | — | — | — | — |
| SMP/SMA PGRI Kota Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| SMP/SMA PGRI Kota Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| SMP/SMA PGRI Kota Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| SMP/SMA PGRI Kota Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| TK/ SD/ SMP Gereja Kalam Kudus | — | — | — | — |
| TK/ SD ANNUR YAPIS | — | — | — | — |
| Sekelah Perikanan SUPM | — | — | — | — |
| SMP/ SMA Ampera | — | — | — | — |
| SMP NegerI 1 | — | — | — | — |
| SMK NEGERI 2 | — | — | — | — |
| SMA Negeri 1 Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| SMP/ SMA ABT Sorong | — | — | — | — |
| SD Kausar | — | — | — | — |
| SD N 27 | — | — | — | — |
| SD YPK 2 Immanuel | — | — | — | — |
| SDN 19 Klasuur | — | — | — | — |
| SDN 1 Klasuue | — | — | — | — |
| SD YPK ELIM | — | — | — | — |
| SMP YPK Syialom | — | — | — | — |
| SMP SMA Siloam | — | — | — | — |
| SMP N 9 Kota Sorong | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Sorong
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasar | |||||
| Pasar Baru | |||||
| Pasar Baru Rufei | |||||
| Pasar Boswezen Rufei | |||||
| Pasar Boswezen Rufei | |||||
| Pasar Ikan Boswezan Rufei | |||||
| Pasar Ikan Terapung | |||||
| Pasar Jembatan Puri | |||||
| Pasar Matalamagi | |||||
| Pasar Obor Surya | |||||
| Pasar Obor Surya | |||||
| Pasar Perumnas | |||||
| Pasar Remu | |||||
| Pasar Tertata Klademak | |||||
| Pasar Tradisional Malanu |
Hotels in Sorong
28 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sorong
19 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sorong
19 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sorong
27 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sorong
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sorong
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sorong
27 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Sorong
4 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sorong
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Domine Eduard Osok Airport | SOQ | Medium Airport |
| Marinda Airport | RJM | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sorong
256 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Al Muhajirin | |
| Alfa Omega | |
| Alfatah | |
| Ar Rahman | |
| Babuh Jannah | |
| Baitu Assaadah | |
| Bethel | |
| Cathedral of Christ the King | |
| Cathedral of Christ the King | |
| Daruussalam | |
| El. Tabermakel | |
| El. Tabermakel | |
| Galilea | |
| GBI Bukit Sabda Bahagia Sorong | |
| GBI Bukit Sabda Bahagia Sorong | |
| GBI Torsina | |
| Gereja | |
| Gereja | |
| Gereja | |
| Gereja |
Quick Facts
Around Sorong
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Sorong
5 places within 15 km
- • Rumah Etnik Papua
- • Sorong Harbour
- • Topcliff
- • Tophill
- • Tower
🇮🇩 About Indonesia
Public Holidays in Indonesia
8 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sorong
What is the population of Sorong?
Sorong has a population of 254,294 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 596 people per square mile, spread across 426.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sorong?
Sorong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 123 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 120.9 inches.