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Bawhan, Myanmar

Shan State · Myanmar

Bawhan is a small city in Shan State, Myanmar with a population of 7,302. Elevation: 4,498 ft (1,371 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,302 Population 5/sq mi density
4,498 ft Elevation 1,371 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
50.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yangon Timezone

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People

Population7,302
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation4,498 ft (1,371 m)
Population7,302
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation4,498 ft (1,371 m)
Coordinates19.8677°, 96.8319°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceShan State
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation50.2 inches (1,274 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bawhan

Bawhan is a small city in Myanmar (Shan State) with a population of 7,302. The city sits at an elevation of 4,498 feet (1,371 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yangon.

Bawhan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,498 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average69.0°F
28% above Myanmar avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,498 ft (1,371 m)
Area1,489.2 sq mi (3,857.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates19.8677°N, 96.8319°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.2"
32% above Myanmar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.66"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

96 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 7, 2025.

Sep 21, 2003 16 km SE of Taungdwingyi, Myanmar M6.6 121 km
Jul 30, 2007 42 km E of Myaydo, Myanmar M5.6 142 km
Apr 11, 2013 44 km ESE of Myaydo, Myanmar M5.5 144 km
Apr 3, 2013 48 km ESE of Myaydo, Myanmar M5.4 144 km
Oct 28, 1992 17 km WNW of Taungoo, Myanmar M5.4 112 km
Oct 30, 2003 30 km SE of Taungdwingyi, Myanmar M5.3 114 km
Mar 9, 2014 56 km ESE of Myaydo, Myanmar M5.1 139 km
Jan 23, 1995 27 km S of Pyinmana, Myanmar M5.1 78 km
Mar 29, 2025 8 km SW of Nay Pyi Taw, Burma (Myanmar) M5.1 82 km
Apr 4, 2013 57 km ESE of Myaydo, Myanmar M5.1 133 km
Jul 21, 2015 26 km NW of Taungoo, Myanmar M5.0 108 km
Jul 31, 2007 44 km ESE of Myaydo, Myanmar M5.0 146 km
Mar 28, 2025 Burma (Myanmar) M4.9 105 km
Sep 22, 2003 29 km SE of Taungdwingyi, Myanmar M4.9 113 km
Sep 22, 2003 36 km E of Taungdwingyi, Myanmar M4.8 100 km
Sep 25, 2003 14 km SSE of Taungdwingyi, Myanmar M4.8 131 km
Feb 8, 2005 34 km SE of Taungdwingyi, Myanmar M4.8 108 km
Mar 28, 2025 29 km ESE of Taungdwingyi, Burma (Myanmar) M4.8 108 km
Nov 13, 2012 49 km WNW of Taungoo, Myanmar M4.8 121 km
Aug 8, 2004 16 km ESE of Taungdwingyi, Myanmar M4.8 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Giri (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Giri Category 1 290 km
2006 Mala Category 2 207 km
1982 Unnamed Category 3 278 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
April 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in Warmest
May 74°F (23°C) 6.4 in
June 72°F (22°C) 7.1 in
July 71°F (22°C) 7.2 in
August 71°F (22°C) 8.7 in Wettest
September 72°F (22°C) 8.5 in
October 71°F (22°C) 6.9 in
November 67°F (19°C) 2.4 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in

Bawhan has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 60°F in January to 75°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 50.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.7") and February the driest (0.2").

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Bus Stations in Bawhan

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

MM #5203285422

Airports Near Bawhan

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nay Pyi Taw International AirportNYTLarge Airport
Loikaw AirportLIWMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bawhan

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
monastery
monastery

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yangon

🇲🇲 About Myanmar

Capital Nay Pyi Taw
Population 53,708,395
Area 678,500 km²
GDP (USD) $66,757,619,000
GDP per capita $1,233
HDI 0.585
Life expectancy 66.9 years
Internet users 58.5%
Urban population 30.4%
Currency MMK (Kyat)
Languages Burmese
Calling code +95
TLD .mm
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bawhan

What is the population of Bawhan?

Bawhan has a population of 7,302 residents and is located in Myanmar. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,489.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bawhan?

Bawhan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.2 inches.

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