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Belaga, Malaysia
Sarawak · Malaysia
Belaga is a small city in Sarawak, Malaysia with a population of 22,502. Elevation: 246 ft (75 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Belaga
Belaga is a district in Kapit Division, Sarawak, Malaysia. It is located on the upper reaches of the Rajang River, some 120 kilometers northeast of Kapit and slightly less than 100 kilometers from the South China Sea coast near Bintulu. It is located within the Hulu Rajang parliamentary constituency.
People
Climate
| Population | 22,502 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 246 ft (75 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.7000°, 113.7833° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Sarawak |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 143.0 inches (3,633 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Belaga
Belaga is a small city in Malaysia (Sarawak) with a population of 22,502. The city sits at an elevation of 246 feet (75 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 143.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.
Climate in Belaga
Belaga has an average annual temperature of 24.7°C (76°F). The hottest month is May (25.4°C), the coldest is Jan (24.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 3827 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.3°F |
| 45% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 87 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 246 ft (75 m) |
| Area | 8,298.0 sq mi (21,491.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.7000°N, 113.7833°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 13.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 10.2 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 11.1 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 11.6 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 11.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 9.7 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 9.3 in | Driest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 10.7 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 12.7 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 14.1 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 14.4 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 14.6 in | Wettest |
Belaga has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 77°F in January to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 143.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (14.6") and July the driest (9.3").
Schools in Belaga
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMK Belaga | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Abun Matu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Belaga
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Belaga
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Belaga
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Belaga
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Belaga
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Belaga
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Belaga
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Belaga
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Belaga Airport | BLG | Small Airport |
| Long Geng Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Belaga
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Pos Malaysia - Pos Laju |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Belaga
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| BEM (SIB) Belaga | |
| Church |
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Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Belaga
What is the population of Belaga?
Belaga has a population of 22,502 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 8,298.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Belaga?
Belaga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 87 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 143.0 inches.