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Tarutung, Indonesia
North Sumatra · Indonesia
Tarutung is a mid-size city in North Sumatra, Indonesia with a population of 39,500. Elevation: 3,110 ft (948 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 39,500 |
| Population Density | 544 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,110 ft (948 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.0147°, 98.9655° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jakarta |
| Country | 🇮🇩 Indonesia |
| State / Province | North Sumatra |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 84.5 inches (2,146 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tarutung
Tarutung is a mid-size city in Indonesia (North Sumatra) with a population of 39,500. The city sits at an elevation of 3,110 feet (948 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jakarta.
Climate in Tarutung
Tarutung has an average annual temperature of 23°C (73°F). The hottest month is May (23.7°C), the coldest is Oct (22.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 3999 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.5°F |
| 27% above Indonesia avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 183 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,110 ft (948 m) |
| Area | 72.6 sq mi (187.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 544/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.0147°N, 98.9655°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Jakarta |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1892 | NORTHEAST SUMATRA | Earthquake | - | - | 80 km |
| 1843 | SW. SUMATRA | Earthquake | - | - | 122 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sibualbuali (60 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sibualbuali | Stratovolcano | 1,819 m (5,968 ft) | Unknown | 60 km |
| Toba | Caldera | 2,157 m (7,077 ft) | Unknown | 65 km |
| Lubukraya | Stratovolcano | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 66 km |
| Sinabung | Stratovolcano | 2,460 m (8,071 ft) | 2019 | 143 km |
| Singkut | Caldera(s) | 2,181 m (7,156 ft) | 1881 | 147 km |
| Sorikmarapi | Stratovolcano | 2,145 m (7,037 ft) | 1986 | 161 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 8.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 6.7 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 8.9 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 8.7 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 4.6 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 6.8 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 9.4 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 9.1 in |
Tarutung has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 68°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 84.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.7") and July the driest (3.0").
Schools in Tarutung
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMA Swasta HKBP 1 Tarutung | - | - | - | - |
| SD Negeri 173120 Hutabarat | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Tarutung
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasar Dolok Sanggul |
Hotels in Tarutung
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tarutung
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Tarutung
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tarutung
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tarutung
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tarutung
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tarutung
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aek Godang Airport | AEG | Medium Airport |
| Dr. Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport | FLZ | Medium Airport |
| Sibisa Airport | SIW | Small Airport |
| Silangit Airport | DTB | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tarutung
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gereja Bethel Indonesia Jemaat Tarutung Kota | |
| HKI Hutabarat |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Indonesia
8 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Tarutung
What is the population of Tarutung?
Tarutung has a population of 39,500 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 544 people per square mile, spread across 72.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tarutung?
Tarutung enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 183 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 84.5 inches.