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Bau, Malaysia
Sarawak · Malaysia
Bau is a mid-size city in Sarawak, Malaysia with a population of 52,643. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bau
Bau is a gold mining town, the capital of Bau District in the Kuching Division of Sarawak, Malaysia. It is 29 km from Batu Kawah and 70 km from Serian.
People
Climate
| Population | 52,643 |
| Population Density | 127 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.4167°, 110.1500° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Sarawak |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 151.7 inches (3,854 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bau
Bau is a mid-size city in Malaysia (Sarawak) with a population of 52,643. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 151.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.
Climate in Bau
Bau has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.3°C), the coldest is Jan (26.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 4231 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 106 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 414.5 sq mi (1,073.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 127/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.4167°N, 110.1500°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 24.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 19.7 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 13.3 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 10.4 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 9.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | Driest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 11.7 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 13.0 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 17.8 in |
Bau has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 151.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (24.7") and June the driest (6.9").
Schools in Bau
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SJK CHUNG HUA TAITON | - | - | - | - |
| SK ST. PATRICK | - | - | - | - |
| SK Pedaun Bawah | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Simpang Kuda | - | - | - | - |
| SMK LAKE | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Singai | - | - | - | - |
| SMK Bau | - | - | - | - |
| SJK (C) Chung Hua Sebuku | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (C) Chung Hua, Paku | - | - | - | - |
| Sk. Tembawang | - | - | - | - |
| SJK Chung Hwa Siniawan | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bau
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Bau
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borneo Cultures Museum | ||||
| Cat Museum | ||||
| Chinese History Museum | ||||
| Fort Margherita | ||||
| Sarawak Art Museum | ||||
| Sarawak Islamic Heritage Museum | ||||
| Sarawak Natural History Museum | ||||
| Sarawak State Museum | ||||
| The Borneo House |
Libraries in Bau
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kota Sentosa Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library PKS | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Baruk Singai | 0.0 | |||||
| Pusat Sumber Tun Openg | 0.0 | |||||
| Pustaka Negeri Sarawak | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bau
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfamy Mini Mart | |||||
| Alfamy Mini Mart | |||||
| HH MINI MART | |||||
| Kenyalang MBKS Market | |||||
| Medan Niaga Satok | |||||
| Mini market | |||||
| Mini market | |||||
| Pasar Kota Padawan | |||||
| Pasar Kota Sentosa | |||||
| Pasar Sungai Apong | |||||
| Pasar Sungai Apong | |||||
| Pasar Tamu | |||||
| Pasar Tamu | |||||
| Stutong Community Market | |||||
| Sungai Maong Wet Market | |||||
| Uni-Shop | |||||
| Uni-Shop |
Hotels in Bau
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bau
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bau
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bau
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bau
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bau
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bau
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kuching International Airport | KCH | Large Airport |
| Babang Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bengkayang Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bentiang Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Engkadik Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lokok Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sematan Airport | BSE | Small Airport |
| Serimbu Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Singkawang Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bau
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| J&T Express | |
| Pos Malaysia Bau |
Treatment Centers in Bau
49 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Asia Eye | ||
| B. Teo's Family Clinic | ||
| Century Care Clinic | ||
| Chong Clinic | ||
| Clinic Dr Ng Sheau Phun | ||
| Dr Ai Ling Medic Care Clinic | ||
| Dr Chong Mui Chun Clinic | ||
| Dr. Belle Clinic | ||
| Dr. Wong Kee Ai Family Clinic | ||
| Eye Specialist Centre | ||
| Gribbles Pathology | ||
| Healthcare Clinic Tabuan Jaya | ||
| Helen Ngu Women Hospital | ||
| Hon Medical Clinic | ||
| Kang Family Clinic | ||
| Kang's Clinic | ||
| Klinik Aniza | ||
| Klinik Chai | ||
| Klinik Dr Ng Wee Kok | ||
| Klinik Dr. Wong Kai Siong | ||
| Klinik Everbright | ||
| Klinik Kelly Lau | ||
| Klinik Kesihatan Ibu Dan Anak Sekama | ||
| Klinik Khaira | ||
| Klinik Kota Raya Batu Kawa | ||
| Klinik Perdana | ||
| Klinik Tony Sim Tong Aik | ||
| Klinik Yii | ||
| Lee Physician & Drugstore | ||
| Lim Medical Clinic | ||
| Lingam Family Clinic | ||
| London Fertility Centre | ||
| LS Clinic | ||
| Lu Medical Clinic | ||
| Malihah Medical Clinic | ||
| Malihah Medical Clinic | ||
| MJC Family Clinic | ||
| Pergigian Anmas - Dental clinic | ||
| Persatuan Dialisis Cahaya | ||
| Premier Family Clinic | ||
| Prima Medical Clinic | ||
| Pristine Clinic | ||
| Public Clinic | ||
| Specialist Clinic Damai | ||
| Taman Malihah Health Clinic | ||
| Tan Specialist Child & Family Clinic | ||
| Union Clinic | ||
| Wong Familiy Clinic | ||
| Wong Yieng Beauty Professional Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bau
20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Buddha Cave | |
| Fu Xing Gong Chinese Temple | |
| Jambusan Da Bo Gong Gong | |
| Ju Xian Lou | |
| Petra Methodist Church | |
| Sien Teck Chinese Temple | |
| ST. Peter Damian | |
| Surau Nurul Hidayah Singai | |
| Swee Guk Kung Siniawan | |
| Tokong Tai Shin Ja (Fok Chu) Paku | |
| Xuan Tian Shang Di Chinese Temple | |
| Zhong Dé Tang Temple | |
| 三义亭 | |
| 东方大伯公庙 | |
| 拿督公祠 | |
| 武梭哪吒三太子 | |
| 汤路观音菩萨 | |
| 燕窝山路大伯公庙 | |
| 石王宫 | |
| 齐天府 |
Explore Near Bau
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Bau
11 places within 15 km
- • Fairy Cave
- • Wind Cave
- • Air Panas Paku
- • Gunung Berendang
- • Gunung Jagoi
- • Gunung Kawa
- • Gunung Moi
- • Gunung Paku
- + 2 more
- • Gunung Singai
🇲🇾 About Malaysia
Frequently Asked Questions About Bau
What is the population of Bau?
Bau has a population of 52,643 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 127 people per square mile, spread across 414.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bau?
Bau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 106 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 151.7 inches.