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Beluran, Malaysia

Sabah · Malaysia

Beluran is a small town in Sabah, Malaysia with a population of 3,132. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3,132 Population 1/sq mi density
95 ft Elevation 29 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
127.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kuching Timezone

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About Beluran

Beluran

Beluran, formerly Balmoral, is the capital of the Beluran District in the Sandakan Division in eastern Sabah, Malaysia.

People

Population3,132
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain127.0 in/yr
Sunny Days123/yr
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Population3,132
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates5.8956°, 117.5557°
TimezoneAsia/Kuching
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvinceSabah
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation127.0 inches (3,226 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Beluran

Beluran is a small town in Malaysia (Sabah) with a population of 3,132. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet (29 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 127.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.

Beluran has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 123 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 127.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.6°F
49% above Malaysia avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days123 days/yr

Geography

Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Area4,185.3 sq mi (10,839.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates5.8956°N, 117.5557°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuching

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 127.0"
234% above Malaysia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 19.29"
Driest Month (Apr) 5.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

25 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 22, 2025.

Jun 4, 2015 14 km WNW of Ranau, Malaysia M6.0 113 km
Nov 2, 1994 35 km ENE of Lahad Datu, Malaysia M5.7 149 km
May 26, 1991 19 km ESE of Ranau, Malaysia M5.4 82 km
May 23, 2005 54 km NW of Taman Rajawali, Malaysia M5.3 44 km
Jun 12, 2015 27 km N of Ranau, Malaysia M5.3 103 km
Mar 8, 2018 16 km NNW of Ranau, Malaysia M5.2 109 km
May 26, 1991 13 km SE of Ranau, Malaysia M5.1 90 km
May 26, 1991 27 km SSE of Ranau, Malaysia M4.7 92 km
Jul 4, 1992 14 km ESE of Lahad Datu, Malaysia M4.6 143 km
May 28, 2012 26 km S of Lahad Datu, Malaysia M4.6 150 km
May 26, 1991 58 km ENE of Ranau, Malaysia M4.6 49 km
Jul 26, 2015 41 km NNE of Ranau, Malaysia M4.6 88 km
Jun 6, 2015 Sabah, Malaysia M4.6 102 km
Feb 1, 2014 24 km SSE of Kota Belud, Malaysia M4.6 116 km
Aug 3, 2019 68 km ENE of Ranau, Malaysia M4.5 60 km
Jun 23, 2015 22 km NNW of Ranau, Malaysia M4.5 114 km
Jun 5, 2015 21 km NNE of Ranau, Malaysia M4.4 96 km
Jun 12, 2015 21 km N of Ranau, Malaysia M4.4 100 km
Jul 22, 2025 26 km SSW of Kudat, Malaysia M4.3 121 km
Jan 5, 2018 36 km W of Taman Rajawali, Malaysia M4.3 19 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1.

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Tembin Category 1 201 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 19.3 in Coldest, Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 12.9 in
March 80°F (27°C) 9.7 in
April 82°F (28°C) 5.0 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 6.9 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 9.4 in
July 81°F (27°C) 8.9 in
August 81°F (27°C) 9.8 in
September 81°F (27°C) 9.9 in
October 81°F (27°C) 9.2 in
November 80°F (27°C) 10.2 in
December 80°F (26°C) 15.7 in

Beluran has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 127.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (19.3") and April the driest (5.0").

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Schools in Beluran

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sekolah Agama Negeri
SK Kolapis
Sekolah Kebangsaan Pekan Beluran
Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Beluran
Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Beluran II
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Radio Stations near Beluran

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Beluran

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Pasar Ikan Pekan Beluran
Pasar Tamu Pekan Beluran

Zoos in Beluran

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary

Clinics in Beluran

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Klinik Kesihatan Ibu dan Anak Beluran

Gas Stations in Beluran

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petronas
Shell

Airports Near Beluran

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sandakan AirportSDKMedium Airport
Meridi AirportSmall Airport
Nangoh AirportSmall Airport
Pamol AirportPAYSmall Airport
Telupid AirportTELSmall Airport

Post Offices in Beluran

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Pejabat Pos Beluran

Churches & Religious Organizations in Beluran

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Catholic Church of Our Lady Fatima
Gereja SDA Pekan Beluran
Masjid Pekan Beluran
Sidang Injil Borneo (SIB) Sabah Kampung Iran Beluran
St. Andrew's Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kuching
Website
sabah.gov.my/md.bln/

🇲🇾 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 Beluran

What is the population of Beluran?

Beluran has a population of 3,132 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 4,185.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Beluran?

Beluran has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 123 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 127.0 inches.

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