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Beaufort, Malaysia
Sabah · Malaysia
Beaufort is a small city in Sabah, Malaysia with a population of 15,855. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Beaufort
Beaufort or in Sabahan colloquial spelling "Bopot" is the capital of the Beaufort District in the Interior Division of Sabah, Malaysia. It was named after former British Governor Leicester Paul Beaufort. Its population was estimated to be around 12,742 in 2010. It is about 90 kilometres south of Kota Kinabalu and about 167 kilometres north of Long Pasia. It has shophouses built high above the roads to avoid the periodic floods of the Padas River. The population of Beaufort is composed mainly of Bisaya, Brunei Malays, Kadazan-Dusuns, Lun Bawang/Lun Dayeh, Muruts and Chinese. Bisaya are the majority ethnic, and the population is scattered around the town. Like other towns in Sabah such as Kota Kinabalu city, Tuaran, Papar, Tawau, Kudat and Tenom, Beaufort was one of the major initial Hakka population centres in Sabah and still has a large Hakka minority.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,855 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.3473°, 115.7455° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Sabah |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 133.3 inches (3,386 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Beaufort
Beaufort is a small city in Malaysia (Sabah) with a population of 15,855. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 133.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.
Climate in Beaufort
Beaufort has an average annual temperature of 27.7°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.6°C), the coldest is Feb (26.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 3483 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.9°F |
| 50% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 101 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 814.8 sq mi (2,110.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.3473°N, 115.7455°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 6.8 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 10.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 13.9 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 10.7 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 10.4 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 10.9 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 13.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 14.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 12.9 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 11.7 in |
Beaufort has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 80°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 133.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.5") and February the driest (6.8").
Schools in Beaufort
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sekolah Menengah Teknik Beaufort | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Beaufort | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Klias Baru | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Saint Paul | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Beaufort II | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan St. Paul | - | - | - | - |
| Beaufort Middle School 沙巴保佛中学 | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Kung Ming Beaufort | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Pekan Beaufort | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Beaufort III | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Lian Hwa | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Beaufort
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antanom Museum |
Libraries in Beaufort
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan Negeri Sabah Cawangan Sabah | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Negeri Sabah Cawangan Tenom | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Beaufort
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ai Zhen Market | |||||
| Beaufort General Market | |||||
| Pasar Daging Khinzir | |||||
| Pasar Mingo | |||||
| Tamu Tenom | |||||
| Tenom Market | |||||
| Zulfia Mini Market |
Hotels in Beaufort
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Beaufort
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Beaufort
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Beaufort
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Beaufort
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Beaufort
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Beaufort
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Beaufort
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Beaufort
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Kinabalu International Airport | BKI | Large Airport |
| Labuan Airport | LBU | Medium Airport |
| Limbang Airport | LMN | Medium Airport |
| Keningau Airport | KGU | Small Airport |
| Kuala Kahaba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kuala Penyu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lawas Airport | LWY | Small Airport |
| Meligan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pandewan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sepulot Airport | SPE | Small Airport |
| Sipitang Airport | SPT | Small Airport |
| Sook Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ulu Tomani Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Beaufort
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Akhbar Khan Bingkul Mosque | |
| Kuan Yin Temple | |
| Masjid Daerah Beaufort | |
| St. Paul's Anglican Church | |
| St. Valetine's Catholic Church | |
| Surau As' Saadah | |
| The Basel Christian Church of Malaysia Beaufort |
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What is the population of Beaufort?
Beaufort has a population of 15,855 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 814.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Beaufort?
Beaufort has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 101 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 133.3 inches.