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Kampung Kunak, Malaysia
Sabah · Malaysia
Kampung Kunak is a small city in Sabah, Malaysia with a population of 13,823. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kampung Kunak
Kunak is the capital of the Kunak District in the Tawau Division of Sabah, Malaysia. Its population was estimated to be around 13,823 in 2010. The population consists mainly of Bajau and Suluk peoples. There is also a sizeable Chinese minority, involved in running many of the shops in downtown Kunak as well as the planting of oil palms in the outskirts.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,823 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.6858°, 118.2491° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Sabah |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 76.8 inches (1,950 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kampung Kunak
Kampung Kunak is a small city in Malaysia (Sabah) with a population of 13,823. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.
Climate in Kampung Kunak
Kampung Kunak has an average annual temperature of 26.6°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (27.4°C), the coldest is Jan (25.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 2462 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.2°F |
| 49% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 197 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 661.9 sq mi (1,714.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.6858°N, 118.2491°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 6.2 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 5.5 in | Driest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 7.7 in |
Kampung Kunak has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 76.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.8") and September the driest (5.5").
Schools in Kampung Kunak
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEKOLAH AGAMA NEGERI PEKAN KUNAK, SABAH | — | — | — | — |
| SEKOLAH MENENGAH KEBANGSAAN KUNAK JAYA | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Pangi | — | — | — | — |
| MA'AHAD TAHFIZ ASHABUL YAMIN | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Kunak Jaya | — | — | — | — |
| SEKOLAH KEBANGSAAN LORMALONG | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Kunak Dua | — | — | — | — |
| SMK Madai | — | — | — | — |
| SK Madai | — | — | — | — |
| SEKOLAH KEBANGSAAN MOSTYN | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Pai Sheng | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Kampung Selamat | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Pekan Kunak | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Kunak 1 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kampung Kunak
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Kampung Kunak
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan Negeri Sabah Cawangan Kunak | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kampung Kunak
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.Z ice cube sdn bhd | |||||
| BILAL STORE | |||||
| Ceria Mart | |||||
| Chang Ria | |||||
| Hap Seng Trading | |||||
| Kedai Runcit Bintang Laut | |||||
| Kunak Fish Market | |||||
| MAN HO | |||||
| NG TRADING | |||||
| Pasar Am Kunak | |||||
| Pasar Tamu Kunak | |||||
| TOP 10 |
Hotels in Kampung Kunak
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kampung Kunak
13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kampung Kunak
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kampung Kunak
5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kampung Kunak
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kampung Kunak
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kampung Kunak
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Kampung Kunak
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kampung Kunak
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kampung Kunak
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lahad Datu Airport | LDU | Medium Airport |
| Tawau Airport | TWU | Medium Airport |
| Hunter (Morotai) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jeroco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nunukan Airport | NNX | Small Airport |
| Semporna Airport | SMM | Small Airport |
| Tomanggong Airport | TMG | Small Airport |
| Wallace Bay Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kampung Kunak
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| J&T EXPRESS (SBH442) KUNAK | |
| Ninjavan Kunak |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kampung Kunak
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Calvary Charismatic Church Kunak | |
| Gereja Anglikan Roh Kudus, Kunak | |
| Gereja Basel Kunak | |
| Masjid Dhiyaurrahman | |
| Masjid Hatib Panan | |
| Masjid Kg. Kabog | |
| Masjid Perumahan Mesej | |
| Masjid Sato Salim Bachok | |
| Nurul Iman Mosque | |
| Surau Kampung Telaga Tujuh | |
| Surau Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Madai |
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What is the population of Kampung Kunak?
Kampung Kunak has a population of 13,823 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 661.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kampung Kunak?
Kampung Kunak 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 80°F in July. The area receives 197 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.8 inches.