Waingapu


Waingapu is the largest town on the island of Sumba, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. It is the capital town of the Regency of Sumba Timur. The town had a population of about 52,755 inhabitants.

Transportation

Sumba Timur's Waingapu Airport 'Umbu Mehang Kunda' is located in Waingapu, and the town is served by ferries from nearby islands.

Climate

Waingapu has a hot semi-arid climate with cooler dry season and warmer wet season. It has high humidity year round. It is the driest place in Indonesia with only of rain yearly.