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Waisai, Indonesia

Southwest Papua · Indonesia

Waisai is a small city in Southwest Papua, Indonesia with a population of 22,541. Elevation: 607 ft (185 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

22,541 Population 53/sq mi density
607 ft Elevation 185 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
106.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Jayapura Timezone

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About Waisai

Waisai

Waisai is a town in the south of the island of Waigeo in the Raja Ampat Islands, Indonesia. Founded in 2003, it is the capital of the Raja Ampat Regency and is home to a little over 8,000 people. It is a transit point for tourists visiting the rest of the archipelago, and its airport is reachable by plane from the larger cities of Manado and Sorong, or ferry from the latter. While it is mainly a stopping point for tourists before continuing to the rest of the islands, the town includes a dive resort, several accommodations, and two beaches.

People

Population22,541
Density53/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain106.6 in/yr
Sunny Days143/yr
Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Population22,541
Population Density53 / sq mi
Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Coordinates-0.2379°, 130.5072°
TimezoneAsia/Jayapura
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceSouthwest Papua
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation106.6 inches (2,707 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Waisai

Waisai is a small city in Indonesia (Southwest Papua) with a population of 22,541. The city sits at an elevation of 607 feet (185 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 106.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jayapura.

Climate in Waisai

Waisai has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is Nov (28.3°C), the coldest is Jul (27.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2477 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.6°C / 82°F 25.9° / 29.9° 204.4
Feb 27.5°C / 81°F 25.7° / 29.6° 165.1
Mar 27.7°C / 82°F 25.8° / 29.7° 173.5
Apr 28°C / 82°F 26.3° / 30.1° 174.1
May 28.3°C / 83°F 26.5° / 30.3° 188.5
Jun 27.6°C / 82°F 25.9° / 29.6° 312.7
Jul 27.3°C / 81°F 25.7° / 29.3° 286.8
Aug 27.3°C / 81°F 25.8° / 29.3° 250.2
Sep 27.6°C / 82°F 25.8° / 29.7° 203.3
Oct 28°C / 82°F 26.3° / 30.3° 166.1
Nov 28.3°C / 83°F 26.5° / 30.6° 153.2
Dec 28°C / 82°F 26.4° / 30.3° 198.9
Waisai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 143 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 106.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 607 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.1°F
46% above Indonesia avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days143 days/yr

Geography

Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Area426.6 sq mi (1,105.0 km²)
Population Density53/sq mi
Coordinates-0.2379°N, 130.5072°W
TimezoneAsia/Jayapura

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 106.6"
180% above Indonesia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 13.07"
Driest Month (Oct) 6.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

130 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 13, 2025.

Sep 24, 2015 28 km N of Sorong, Indonesia M6.6 94 km
Jul 26, 2025 61 km NNE of Sorong, Indonesia M5.6 116 km
Jan 18, 2016 204 km WNW of Sorong, Indonesia M5.2 110 km
Jun 12, 2014 198 km NW of Sorong, Indonesia M5.1 89 km
Sep 6, 2019 113 km NW of Sorong, Indonesia M5.1 13 km
Jan 30, 1995 210 km WNW of Sorong, Indonesia M5.1 119 km
Jan 13, 2023 Halmahera, Indonesia M5.0 89 km
May 17, 1993 45 km NE of Sorong, Indonesia M5.0 126 km
Jun 5, 1993 77 km N of Sorong, Indonesia M5.0 90 km
Mar 2, 2022 32 km NNE of Sorong, Indonesia M5.0 105 km
May 4, 2016 144 km W of Sorong, Indonesia M4.9 74 km
Jul 7, 2025 12 km ENE of Waisai, Indonesia M4.9 13 km
Jun 29, 1993 27 km NE of Sorong, Indonesia M4.9 115 km
May 11, 2002 112 km NW of Sorong, Indonesia M4.9 7 km
Aug 1, 2010 217 km WNW of Sorong, Indonesia M4.9 111 km
Mar 19, 2014 188 km NW of Sorong, Indonesia M4.9 79 km
Feb 6, 1997 129 km NNW of Sorong, Indonesia M4.9 48 km
Jun 7, 1993 163 km W of Sorong, Indonesia M4.9 99 km
Aug 17, 2022 84 km W of Waisai, Indonesia M4.9 84 km
Sep 17, 1992 185 km WNW of Sorong, Indonesia M4.8 81 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 6.9 in
February 79°F (26°C) 7.1 in
March 79°F (26°C) 7.2 in
April 80°F (26°C) 9.1 in
May 80°F (27°C) 11.9 in
June 79°F (26°C) 13.1 in Wettest
July 78°F (26°C) 12.4 in Coldest
August 78°F (26°C) 10.2 in
September 79°F (26°C) 8.6 in
October 80°F (26°C) 6.3 in Driest
November 80°F (27°C) 6.6 in Warmest
December 80°F (26°C) 7.4 in

Waisai has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in July to 80°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 106.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.1") and October the driest (6.3").

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Airports Near Waisai

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gag Island AirportGAVSmall Airport
Kabare AirportSmall Airport
Marinda AirportRJMSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Jayapura

🇮🇩 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 Waisai

What is the population of Waisai?

Waisai has a population of 22,541 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 426.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Waisai?

Waisai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 143 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 106.6 inches.

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