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Tanjungbalai, Indonesia

North Sumatra · Indonesia

Tanjungbalai is a large city in North Sumatra, Indonesia with a population of 183,170. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

183,170 Population 7,838/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
74.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Jakarta Timezone

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People

Population183,170
Density7,838/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain74.6 in/yr
Sunny Days201/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population183,170
Population Density7,838 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates2.9667°, 99.8000°
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceNorth Sumatra
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation74.6 inches (1,895 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tanjungbalai

Tanjungbalai is a large city in Indonesia (North Sumatra) with a population of 183,170. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jakarta.

Climate in Tanjungbalai

Tanjungbalai has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.4°C), the coldest is Dec (27.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2618 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.2°C / 81°F 25.1° / 29.6° 222.4
Feb 27.7°C / 82°F 25.3° / 30° 153.7
Mar 28°C / 82°F 25.7° / 30.7° 199.5
Apr 28.2°C / 83°F 26.2° / 30.7° 183.7
May 28.4°C / 83°F 26.2° / 30.6° 197.8
Jun 28°C / 82°F 25.8° / 30.3° 192.3
Jul 27.9°C / 82°F 25.7° / 30.2° 151.0
Aug 27.9°C / 82°F 25.3° / 30.2° 202.2
Sep 27.8°C / 82°F 25.7° / 30.4° 225.3
Oct 27.7°C / 82°F 25.6° / 30.2° 243.5
Nov 27.4°C / 81°F 25.5° / 29.9° 297.9
Dec 27.1°C / 81°F 25.2° / 29.3° 349.2
Tanjungbalai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 201 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 74.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.7°F
48% above Indonesia avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days201 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area23.4 sq mi (60.5 km²)
Population Density7,838/sq mi
Coordinates2.9667°N, 99.8000°W
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 74.6"
96% above Indonesia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 10.83"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

196 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Apr 18, 2025.

Jun 14, 2011 38 km ENE of Sibolga, Indonesia M5.6 147 km
Jun 14, 2011 50 km N of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia M5.5 142 km
Mar 29, 2005 44 km N of Padangsidempuan, Indonesia M5.5 148 km
Jul 15, 1995 14 km E of Parapat, Indonesia M5.4 88 km
Mar 17, 2025 41 km ENE of Sibolga, Indonesia M5.4 142 km
Mar 15, 2014 13 km S of Pematangsiantar, Indonesia M5.4 82 km
Jul 11, 2017 10 km NNE of Parapat, Indonesia M5.4 94 km
Aug 27, 2012 33 km SSE of Parapat, Indonesia M5.2 108 km
Mar 28, 2005 18 km NNW of Ambarita, Indonesia M5.2 117 km
Feb 20, 2012 30 km SW of Bandar, Indonesia M5.2 127 km
Oct 3, 2016 34 km ESE of Parapat, Indonesia M5.1 85 km
Mar 13, 2018 37 km NE of Sibolga, Indonesia M5.1 139 km
Apr 19, 2009 17 km S of Pematangsiantar, Indonesia M5.1 81 km
Feb 28, 2010 48 km NNE of Sibolga, Indonesia M5.1 129 km
May 22, 2006 38 km SSW of Bandar, Indonesia M5.0 138 km
Feb 24, 2018 37 km NNE of Sibolga, Indonesia M5.0 145 km
Sep 14, 2024 34 km ENE of Sibolga, Indonesia M5.0 145 km
Mar 5, 2022 10 km ENE of Parapat, Indonesia M5.0 91 km
Jun 18, 2011 38 km ENE of Sibolga, Indonesia M5.0 146 km
Apr 9, 2010 45 km ENE of Sibolga, Indonesia M4.9 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1892 NORTHEAST SUMATRA Earthquake 62 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toba (116 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toba Caldera 2,157 m (7,077 ft) Unknown 116 km
Singkut Caldera(s) 2,181 m (7,156 ft) 1881 148 km
Sinabung Stratovolcano 2,460 m (8,071 ft) 2019 158 km
Sibualbuali Stratovolcano 1,819 m (5,968 ft) Unknown 168 km
Lubukraya Stratovolcano 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 178 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 5.1 in
February 80°F (26°C) 3.5 in Driest
March 80°F (27°C) 4.1 in
April 81°F (27°C) 4.8 in
May 81°F (27°C) 5.3 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 4.9 in
July 80°F (27°C) 5.0 in
August 80°F (27°C) 6.7 in
September 79°F (26°C) 8.7 in
October 79°F (26°C) 10.8 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 8.6 in
December 79°F (26°C) 7.1 in Coldest

Tanjungbalai has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in December to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 74.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.8") and February the driest (3.5").

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Colleges & Universities in Tanjungbalai

Institution Type Founded Website
Fakultas Hukum UNA University
Fakultas Pertanian University
Institut Agama Islam Daar Al Ulum College
Universitas Asahan University

Schools in Tanjungbalai

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SMP Negeri 2 Tanjungbalai
SMA Negeri 6 Tanjungbalai
SMP Negeri 1 Simpang empat
SMK Negeri 5 Tanjungbalai
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Farmers Markets in Tanjungbalai

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Pasar Asahan
Pasar Bengawan
Pasar Pakaian Bekas

Hotels in Tanjungbalai

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Assyifa Hotel
Grand Singgie Hotel
Hotel Bengawan
Hotel Malahayati

Monuments in Tanjungbalai

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tugu Adipura Tanjungbalai
Tugu Simpang Kawat

Train Stations in Tanjungbalai

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tanjungbalai

Bus Stations in Tanjungbalai

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bus Stantion
Terminal Sijambi Kota Tanjungbalai

Gas Stations in Tanjungbalai

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pertamina

Stadiums & Teams in Tanjungbalai

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Tanjungbalai

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tebing Tinggi AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tanjungbalai

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Masjid raya Sultan ahmadsyah

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Jakarta

Around Tanjungbalai

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 3
Restaurants 1
Hotels 4
Parks 10
Places of Worship 1

🇮🇩 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 Tanjungbalai

What is the population of Tanjungbalai?

Tanjungbalai has a population of 183,170 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 7,838 people per square mile, spread across 23.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tanjungbalai?

Tanjungbalai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 201 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.6 inches.

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