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Falam, Myanmar

Chin State · Myanmar

Falam is a small city in Chin State, Myanmar with a population of 5,404. Elevation: 5,180 ft (1,579 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,404 Population 5/sq mi density
5,180 ft Elevation 1,579 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
70.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yangon Timezone

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About Falam

Falam

Falam is a town in north-western Burma (Myanmar) near Burma's western border with the Indian state of Mizoram. The town was founded by the Taisun tribe. The British arrived in Falam in 1892, and it became an important base for British rule of the Chin Hills. After the formation of Chin State, it was the capital city until the administrative offices were moved to Hakha in 1974. It is still the administrative centre of Falam District and of Falam Township. Falam is the headquarters of several important organizations, such as the Chin Baptist Convention (CBC).

People

Population5,404
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain70.1 in/yr
Sunny Days211/yr
Elevation5,180 ft (1,579 m)
Population5,404
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation5,180 ft (1,579 m)
Coordinates22.9134°, 93.6778°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceChin State
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation70.1 inches (1,781 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Falam

Falam is a small city in Myanmar (Chin State) with a population of 5,404. The city sits at an elevation of 5,180 feet (1,579 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yangon.

Falam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,180 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above Myanmar avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days211 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,180 ft (1,579 m)
Area1,145.6 sq mi (2,967.1 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates22.9134°N, 93.6778°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.1"
85% above Myanmar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 13.50"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

494 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 22, 2025.

Apr 13, 2016 76 km SE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M6.9 123 km
Nov 21, 1997 42 km SW of Saiha, India M6.1 127 km
Apr 16, 2020 38 km ESE of Falam, Myanmar M5.9 38 km
Jul 26, 2003 44 km SE of Khagrachhari, Bangladesh M5.7 141 km
Jul 29, 2012 63 km E of Falam, Myanmar M5.7 64 km
May 11, 2006 38 km SSW of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.6 78 km
Jun 21, 2020 22 km E of North Vanlaiphai, India M5.6 48 km
Mar 12, 2010 68 km SSE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.5 98 km
Dec 4, 1991 47 km SE of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.5 127 km
Jul 27, 2003 41 km W of Lunglei, India M5.5 137 km
Dec 22, 2012 51 km NW of Monywa, Myanmar M5.5 125 km
Oct 16, 1998 30 km ENE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.4 138 km
Jan 21, 2022 23 km NE of Falam, Myanmar M5.4 24 km
May 29, 2024 29 km ESE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.4 122 km
May 11, 1991 10 km SSE of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.4 149 km
Sep 9, 2014 42 km SE of Saiha, India M5.4 91 km
Aug 22, 2025 30 km SSW of Mawlaik, Burma (Myanmar) M5.3 81 km
Apr 14, 1997 86 km NW of Monywa, Myanmar M5.3 89 km
Jul 31, 1997 27 km ESE of Darlawn, India M5.3 121 km
Nov 15, 1990 13 km S of Darlawn, India M5.2 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Mocha (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Mocha Category 4 100 km
2017 Mora Category 1 206 km
2010 Giri Category 1 252 km
2007 Akash Category 1 251 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 186 km
1997 Unnamed Category 4 145 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 164 km
1995 Unnamed Category 2 183 km
1994 Unnamed Category 3 114 km
1992 Forrest Category 2 268 km
1991 Unnamed Category 5 96 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (14°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 62°F (16°C) 0.4 in
March 69°F (20°C) 0.8 in
April 73°F (23°C) 2.4 in
May 74°F (23°C) 6.2 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 13.3 in
July 72°F (22°C) 11.4 in
August 72°F (22°C) 13.5 in Wettest
September 72°F (22°C) 11.1 in
October 69°F (21°C) 8.0 in
November 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in

Falam has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 58°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 70.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (13.5") and January the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Falam

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Basic Education Primary School - - - -
Basic Education Primary School - - - -
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Banks in Falam

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

KBZ Falam Branch
Myanma Economic Bank

Airports Near Falam

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gangaw AirportGAWSmall Airport
Kalay AirportKMVSmall Airport
Surbung AirportSRUSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Falam

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Falam Baptist Church
Prayer Mountain

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yangon
Elevation
1,579 m (5,181 ft)

🇲🇲 About Myanmar

Capital Nay Pyi Taw
Population 53,708,395
Area 678,500 km²
GDP (USD) $66,757,619,000
GDP per capita $1,233
HDI 0.585
Life expectancy 66.9 years
Internet users 58.5%
Urban population 30.4%
Currency MMK (Kyat)
Languages Burmese
Calling code +95
TLD .mm
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Falam

What is the population of Falam?

Falam has a population of 5,404 residents and is located in Myanmar. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,145.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Falam?

Falam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.1 inches.

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