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Balingian, Malaysia

Sarawak · Malaysia

Balingian is a small city in Sarawak, Malaysia with a population of 8,797. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,797 Population 7/sq mi density
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
136.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kuching Timezone

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About Balingian

Balingian

Balingian also known as Kuala Balingian is a town in Sarawak, Malaysia. It lies approximately 286.1 kilometres (178 mi) east-north-east of the state capital Kuching.

People

Population8,797
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain136.5 in/yr
Sunny Days107/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Population8,797
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates2.9306°, 112.5414°
TimezoneAsia/Kuching
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvinceSarawak
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation136.5 inches (3,467 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Balingian

Balingian is a small city in Malaysia (Sarawak) with a population of 8,797. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 136.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.

Balingian has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 107 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 136.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.3°F
49% above Malaysia avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days107 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area1,189.7 sq mi (3,081.3 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates2.9306°N, 112.5414°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuching

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 136.5"
259% above Malaysia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 17.80"
Driest Month (Jul) 7.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 19, 1994.

Feb 12, 1994 57 km NNW of Kapit, Malaysia M5.3 55 km
Feb 19, 1994 63 km NNW of Kapit, Malaysia M4.7 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 17.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 12.8 in
March 80°F (27°C) 11.0 in
April 81°F (27°C) 8.3 in
May 81°F (27°C) 8.2 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 8.5 in
July 81°F (27°C) 7.6 in Driest
August 81°F (27°C) 9.7 in
September 80°F (27°C) 10.5 in
October 80°F (27°C) 11.9 in
November 80°F (27°C) 13.0 in
December 80°F (26°C) 17.3 in

Balingian has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 136.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (17.8") and July the driest (7.6").

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Cafes in Balingian

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pawon Malindo cafe

Stadiums & Teams in Balingian

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Airports Near Balingian

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bintulu AirportBTUMedium Airport
Mukah AirportMKMMedium Airport
Sibu AirportSBWMedium Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kuching
Elevation
3 m (10 ft)

🇲🇾 About Malaysia

Capital Kuala Lumpur
Population 31,528,585
Area 329,750 km²
GDP (USD) $399,949,418,753
GDP per capita $11,386
HDI 0.807
Life expectancy 76.7 years
Internet users 97.7%
Urban population 76.4%
Currency MYR (Ringgit)
Languages English, Malay
Calling code +60
TLD .my
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Balingian

What is the population of Balingian?

Balingian has a population of 8,797 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 1,189.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Balingian?

Balingian 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 81°F in July. The area receives 107 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 136.5 inches.

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