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Tambolaka, Indonesia

East Nusa Tenggara · Indonesia

Tambolaka is a mid-size city in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia with a population of 35,790. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

35,790 Population 66/sq mi density
259 ft Elevation 79 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
61.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Makassar Timezone

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About Tambolaka

Tambolaka is the administrative capital of the Southwest Sumba Regency on the island of Sumba in the East Nusa Tenggara province of Indonesia. It serves as a key administrative and economic center for the western part of Sumba, particularly known for its airport which facilitates access to the region. The economy of is largely agrarian, with a focus on subsistence farming and livestock, alongside a growing tourism sector based on beaches, and cultural festivals.

People

Population35,790
Density66/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain61.4 in/yr
Sunny Days351/yr
Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Population35,790
Population Density66 / sq mi
Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Coordinates-9.4283°, 119.2380°
TimezoneAsia/Makassar
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceEast Nusa Tenggara
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation61.4 inches (1,559 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tambolaka

Tambolaka is a mid-size city in Indonesia (East Nusa Tenggara) with a population of 35,790. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet (79 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Makassar.

Climate in Tambolaka

Tambolaka has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is Nov (29.1°C), the coldest is Jul (26.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1283 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.2°C / 81°F 24.7° / 31.2° 216.2
Feb 27.1°C / 81°F 24.7° / 30.7° 210.0
Mar 27.3°C / 81°F 24.8° / 30.7° 218.7
Apr 27.3°C / 81°F 23.9° / 31° 136.2
May 27°C / 81°F 23.4° / 31° 34.2
Jun 26.6°C / 80°F 22.6° / 30.8° 30.9
Jul 26.1°C / 79°F 21.5° / 30.8° 11.3
Aug 26.9°C / 80°F 22.3° / 32.3° 10.3
Sep 27.9°C / 82°F 23.2° / 33.1° 26.3
Oct 28.8°C / 84°F 24.7° / 34.1° 61.8
Nov 29.1°C / 84°F 25.5° / 33.9° 124.6
Dec 28.2°C / 83°F 25.3° / 32.8° 203.1
Tambolaka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 351 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 61.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.4°F
47% above Indonesia avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days351 days/yr

Geography

Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Area539.3 sq mi (1,396.9 km²)
Population Density66/sq mi
Coordinates-9.4283°N, 119.2380°W
TimezoneAsia/Makassar

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.4"
61% above Indonesia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 13.31"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

862 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 19, 2025.

Jan 22, 2019 160 km WSW of Waingapu, Indonesia M6.3 112 km
Feb 12, 2016 94 km W of Waingapu, Indonesia M6.3 29 km
Nov 28, 2009 172 km WSW of Waingapu, Indonesia M6.0 115 km
Jan 21, 2019 142 km WSW of Waingapu, Indonesia M6.0 101 km
Oct 30, 2000 130 km W of Waingapu, Indonesia M6.0 36 km
Jul 13, 2009 63 km SSW of Komodo, Indonesia M5.9 33 km
Feb 10, 1997 82 km W of Waingapu, Indonesia M5.9 38 km
Jul 24, 2002 84 km SSE of Dompu, Indonesia M5.9 70 km
Oct 7, 2000 103 km WSW of Waingapu, Indonesia M5.9 63 km
May 5, 1995 150 km W of Waingapu, Indonesia M5.7 63 km
Jan 20, 2012 22 km WNW of Labuan Bajo, Indonesia M5.7 125 km
May 24, 2007 118 km SSE of Dompu, Indonesia M5.6 50 km
Jan 28, 2000 131 km SSE of Dompu, Indonesia M5.6 60 km
Dec 12, 1994 122 km WSW of Waingapu, Indonesia M5.6 61 km
Jul 17, 2025 76 km S of Tambolaka, Indonesia M5.6 77 km
Jan 23, 2019 163 km WSW of Waingapu, Indonesia M5.6 103 km
Oct 24, 2009 154 km SSE of Dompu, Indonesia M5.6 71 km
Mar 31, 2025 67 km SSW of Tambolaka, Indonesia M5.6 68 km
Oct 30, 2017 32 km ESE of Bima, Indonesia M5.5 96 km
Jan 23, 2003 30 km SSE of Dompu, Indonesia M5.5 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Inigo (2003).

Year Name Category Closest
2003 Inigo Category 3 252 km
1989 Orson Category 1 297 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sano, Wai (114 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sano, Wai Caldera 1,319 m (4,327 ft) Unknown 114 km
Sangeang Api Complex 1,912 m (6,273 ft) 2020 138 km
Ranakah Lava dome(s) 2,350 m (7,710 ft) 1991 167 km
Tambora Stratovolcano 2,850 m (9,350 ft) 1967 189 km
Inierie Stratovolcano 2,245 m (7,365 ft) -8050 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 13.3 in Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 11.7 in
March 79°F (26°C) 10.9 in
April 80°F (26°C) 5.9 in
May 79°F (26°C) 5.2 in
June 78°F (26°C) 1.8 in
July 78°F (26°C) 1.1 in
August 78°F (25°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest
September 80°F (26°C) 1.9 in
October 81°F (27°C) 3.5 in
November 82°F (28°C) 7.2 in Warmest
December 80°F (27°C) 11.7 in

Tambolaka has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in August to 82°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 74.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (13.3") and August the driest (0.7").

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Colleges & Universities in Tambolaka

Institution Type Founded Website
Universitas Stella Maris University

Schools in Tambolaka

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SMA MANDA ELU
SDK KALENA WANNO
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Museums in Tambolaka

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Budaya Sumba - Sumba Cultural Centre & Museum

Libraries in Tambolaka

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Perpustakaan0.0
PERPUSTAKAAN DESA MALIMADA0.0
Perpustakaan SD Kristen Kodi Utara0.0
perpustakaan sdm0.0

Farmers Markets in Tambolaka

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Pasar Baru Oba Komi
Pasar Bondokodi
Pasar Desa Karuni
Pasar Harian Waiha
Pasar Hewan Oba Komi
Pasar Rakyat Turih
Pasar Senggol Bondokodi
PASAR TOTOK
Pasar Waikabubak

Hotels in Tambolaka

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Ella
HOTEL SINAR TAMBOLAKA

Restaurants in Tambolaka

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RM. Richard Tambolaka
Sinar Tambolaka Restaurant

Cafes in Tambolaka

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sirkey Cafe & Resto

Gas Stations in Tambolaka

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pertamina 54.872.02 Benita

Banks in Tambolaka

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank Mandiri
BNI

Stadiums & Teams in Tambolaka

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Tambolaka

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tambolaka AirportTMCSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Makassar

🇮🇩 About Indonesia

Capital Jakarta
Population 267,663,435
Area 1,919,440 km²
GDP (USD) $1,371,169,301,564
GDP per capita $4,876
HDI 0.713
Life expectancy 71.2 years
Internet users 69.2%
Urban population 58.1%
Currency IDR (Rupiah)
Languages Indonesian
Calling code +62
TLD .id
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Indonesia

8 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Tahun Baru Masehi
Apr 3 Good Friday Wafat Isa Almasih
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Paskah
May 1 Labour Day Hari Buruh Internasional
May 14 Ascension Day Kenaikan Isa Almasih
Jun 1 Pancasila Day Hari Lahir Pancasila
Aug 17 Independence Day Hari Ulang Tahun Kemerdekaan Republik Indonesia
Dec 25 Christmas Day Hari Raya Natal

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tambolaka

What is the population of Tambolaka?

Tambolaka has a population of 35,790 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 66 people per square mile, spread across 539.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tambolaka?

Tambolaka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.4 inches.

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