Betong, Thailand
Yala · Thailand
Betong is a small city in Yala, Thailand with a population of 26,640. Elevation: 883 ft (269 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Betong
Betong is a town in southern Thailand, near the Malaysian border. It is the capital of Betong District, the southernmost district of Yala Province. As of 2005, the town has a population of 24,688.
People
Climate
| Population | 26,640 |
| Population Density | 885 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 883 ft (269 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.7743°, 101.0723° |
| Timezone | Asia/Bangkok |
| Country | 🇹🇭 Thailand |
| State / Province | Yala |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 88.2 inches (2,241 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Betong
Betong is a small city in Thailand (Yala) with a population of 26,640. The city sits at an elevation of 883 feet (269 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Bangkok.
Climate in Betong
Betong has an average annual temperature of 24.5°C (76°F). The hottest month is Apr (25.6°C), the coldest is Jan (23.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2757 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.9°F |
| 44% above Thailand avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 883 ft (269 m) |
| Area | 30.1 sq mi (78.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 885/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.7743°N, 101.0723°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Bangkok |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 2.9 in | Driest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 5.3 in | |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 8.6 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 9.0 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 13.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 11.0 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 7.3 in |
Betong has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in January to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 88.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.3") and February the driest (2.9").
Museums in Betong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beytung Museum | ||||
| Galeri Rundingan Baling |
Libraries in Betong
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan Awam Baling | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Betong
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Betong District Municipality Fresh Market | |||||
| Pasar Borong Baling | |||||
| Pasar Tani Baling |
Hotels in Betong
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Betong
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Betong
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Betong
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Betong
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Betong
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Betong
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Betong International Airport | BTZ | Medium Airport |
| Narathiwat Airport | NAW | Medium Airport |
| RMAF Butterworth Air Base | BWH | Medium Airport |
| Sultan Abdul Halim Airport | AOR | Medium Airport |
| Grik Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Old Betong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pengkalan Hulu Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Betong
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Wat Phutthathiwat |
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Waterfalls Near Betong
3 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Betong.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Mes Fall | |
| Semelians Fall | |
| Tiang Fall |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Betong
What is the population of Betong?
Betong has a population of 26,640 residents and is located in Thailand. The population density is 885 people per square mile, spread across 30.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Betong?
Betong 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 78°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 88.2 inches.
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