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Bongawan, Malaysia

Sabah · Malaysia

Bongawan is a small city in Sabah, Malaysia with a population of 5,594. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,594 Population 7/sq mi density
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
105.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kuching Timezone

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About Bongawan

Bongawan

Bongawan known as a historical town, is a town located in the Papar District, within the West Coast Division of Sabah, Malaysia, on the island of Borneo. It is situated within the parliamentary constituency of Kimanis. The town center is 3 kilometers inland from the South China Sea and approximately 70 kilometers south of Kota Kinabalu, the state capital. It is located on the A2 highway connecting Kota Kinabalu and the southern part of Sabah, and Bongawan railway station is one of the stops for Sabah State Railway.

People

Population5,594
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain105.3 in/yr
Sunny Days145/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Population5,594
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates5.5333°, 115.8500°
TimezoneAsia/Kuching
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvinceSabah
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation105.3 inches (2,674 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bongawan

Bongawan is a small city in Malaysia (Sabah) with a population of 5,594. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 105.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.

Bongawan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 145 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 105.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.4°F
49% above Malaysia avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days145 days/yr

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area751.6 sq mi (1,946.6 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates5.5333°N, 115.8500°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuching

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 105.3"
177% above Malaysia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 11.69"
Driest Month (Feb) 4.76"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M5.5 on Apr 2, 2023.

Jun 4, 2015 14 km WNW of Ranau, Malaysia M6.0 92 km
Apr 2, 2023 56 km NNW of Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia M5.5 100 km
May 26, 1991 19 km ESE of Ranau, Malaysia M5.4 113 km
Jun 12, 2015 27 km N of Ranau, Malaysia M5.3 119 km
Feb 22, 1992 68 km N of Tutong, Brunei M5.2 145 km
Mar 8, 2018 16 km NNW of Ranau, Malaysia M5.2 102 km
May 26, 1991 13 km SE of Ranau, Malaysia M5.1 106 km
May 26, 1991 27 km SSE of Ranau, Malaysia M4.7 102 km
Feb 1, 2014 24 km SSE of Kota Belud, Malaysia M4.6 104 km
Jun 6, 2015 Sabah, Malaysia M4.6 113 km
Jul 26, 2015 41 km NNE of Ranau, Malaysia M4.6 139 km
Jun 30, 2005 63 km SSE of Lawas, Malaysia M4.5 136 km
Jun 23, 2015 22 km NNW of Ranau, Malaysia M4.5 102 km
Jun 12, 2015 21 km N of Ranau, Malaysia M4.4 116 km
Jun 5, 2015 21 km NNE of Ranau, Malaysia M4.4 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2.

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Tembin Category 2 274 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 7.0 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 4.8 in Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 5.2 in
April 82°F (28°C) 7.1 in Warmest
May 82°F (28°C) 10.9 in
June 81°F (27°C) 9.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 9.3 in
August 81°F (27°C) 8.9 in
September 81°F (27°C) 10.7 in
October 80°F (27°C) 11.7 in Wettest
November 80°F (27°C) 10.6 in
December 80°F (26°C) 10.0 in

Bongawan has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 105.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.7") and February the driest (4.8").

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Schools in Bongawan

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SK Nyaris-Nyaris - - - -
SMK Kimanis - - - -
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Libraries in Bongawan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Perpustakaan Negeri Sabah Cawangan Sabah0.0

Farmers Markets in Bongawan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ai Zhen Market
Beaufort General Market
Fish Market
Pasar Daging Khinzir
Pasar Mingo
Zulfia Mini Market

Restaurants in Bongawan

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bongawan Point

Train Stations in Bongawan

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bongawan
Kimanis
Membakut

Gas Stations in Bongawan

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

MY #5303035829
Petronas

Golf Courses in Bongawan

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Borneo Golf & Country Club

Airports Near Bongawan

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kota Kinabalu International AirportBKILarge Airport
Labuan AirportLBUMedium Airport
Keningau AirportKGUSmall Airport
Kuala Kahaba Airport-Small Airport
Kuala Penyu Airport-Small Airport
Lawas AirportLWYSmall Airport
Pandewan Airport-Small Airport
Sipitang AirportSPTSmall Airport
Sook Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bongawan

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Patrick's Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kuching

🇲🇾 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 Bongawan

What is the population of Bongawan?

Bongawan has a population of 5,594 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 751.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bongawan?

Bongawan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 145 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 105.3 inches.

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