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Kanbalu, Myanmar

Sagaing Region · Myanmar

Kanbalu is a small city in Sagaing Region, Myanmar with a population of 25,022. Elevation: 581 ft (177 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

25,022 Population 15/sq mi density
581 ft Elevation 177 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
49.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yangon Timezone

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About Kanbalu


Kanbalu is a town in Shwebo District, Sagaing Division, in Myanmar. Located in the north-western part of the county, the town is the administrative seat for Kanbalu Township. Kanbalu is on the main Burmese north-south railroad between Sagaing and Myitkyina. As of 2014, it had a population of 25,022

People

Population25,022
Density15/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain49.4 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Population25,022
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Coordinates23.2033°, 95.5170°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceSagaing Region
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation49.4 inches (1,255 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kanbalu

Kanbalu is a small city in Myanmar (Sagaing Region) with a population of 25,022. The city sits at an elevation of 581 feet (177 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yangon.

Climate in Kanbalu

Kanbalu has an average annual temperature of 28.8°C (84°F). The hottest month is May (33°C), the coldest is Jan (21.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 384 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.5°C / 71°F 11.3° / 32.3° 12.2
Feb 23.8°C / 75°F 11.9° / 35.5° 9.1
Mar 28.7°C / 84°F 16° / 39.8° 12.7
Apr 32.6°C / 91°F 21.9° / 42.6° 16.8
May 33°C / 91°F 24.1° / 43.3° 52.0
Jun 32°C / 90°F 25° / 40.9° 57.8
Jul 31.9°C / 89°F 25° / 40.9° 55.9
Aug 31°C / 88°F 24.4° / 40.4° 52.7
Sep 31.1°C / 88°F 23.8° / 41.6° 46.8
Oct 30.1°C / 86°F 22.5° / 40° 32.0
Nov 26.8°C / 80°F 17.3° / 37.3° 22.4
Dec 23.1°C / 74°F 13.7° / 33.9° 14.0
Kanbalu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 581 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average78.2°F
45% above Myanmar avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Area1,690.9 sq mi (4,379.4 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates23.2033°N, 95.5170°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.4"
30% above Myanmar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.66"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

452 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 22, 2025.

Mar 28, 2025 2025 Mandalay, Burma (Myanmar) Earthquake M7.7 139 km
Jan 5, 1991 99 km NW of Mogok, Myanmar M7.0 60 km
Apr 13, 2016 76 km SE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M6.9 68 km
Nov 11, 2012 51 km NNE of Shwebo, Myanmar M6.8 44 km
Jun 15, 1992 134 km W of Bhamo, Myanmar M6.3 101 km
Nov 11, 2012 21 km NE of Shwebo, Myanmar M5.8 63 km
Apr 15, 1992 89 km NE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.7 139 km
Jul 29, 2012 63 km E of Falam, Myanmar M5.7 128 km
Sep 20, 2013 48 km NE of Shwebo, Myanmar M5.7 54 km
May 11, 2006 38 km SSW of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.6 124 km
Dec 29, 2009 79 km ESE of W?ngjing, India M5.6 147 km
Oct 11, 2000 52 km ENE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.6 99 km
Mar 12, 2010 68 km SSE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.5 93 km
Nov 11, 2012 64 km NNE of Shwebo, Myanmar M5.5 37 km
Aug 11, 2009 79 km ESE of W?ngjing, India M5.5 145 km
Jul 29, 2021 44 km NE of Shwebo, Myanmar M5.5 62 km
Dec 22, 2012 51 km NW of Monywa, Myanmar M5.5 113 km
Oct 16, 1998 30 km ENE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.4 104 km
Aug 31, 2019 26 km NW of Shwebo, Myanmar M5.4 51 km
May 29, 2024 29 km ESE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.4 94 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Mocha (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Mocha Category 3 190 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 257 km
1994 Unnamed Category 1 286 km
1991 Unnamed Category 3 158 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in
April 85°F (30°C) 1.8 in Warmest
May 85°F (29°C) 7.2 in
June 84°F (29°C) 8.7 in Wettest
July 83°F (28°C) 6.9 in
August 82°F (28°C) 8.4 in
September 82°F (28°C) 7.9 in
October 80°F (26°C) 5.8 in
November 74°F (23°C) 1.8 in
December 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in

Kanbalu has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 66°F in January to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 49.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.7") and January the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Kanbalu

Institution Type Founded Website
Kanbalu GTC University University - ,

Schools in Kanbalu

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
No.(1), B.E.H.S - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Kanbalu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
သီရိမင်္ဂလာဈေး

Cinemas in Kanbalu

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Red Radiance - Kanbalu - Digital Cinema

Train Stations in Kanbalu

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kanbalu
Kyunhla
ထန်းကုန်းဘူတာ

Bus Stations in Kanbalu

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kyunhla Bus Station

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kanbalu

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mahar Shwe Si Kyi Pagada
pagoda

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yangon

🇲🇲 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 Kanbalu

What is the population of Kanbalu?

Kanbalu has a population of 25,022 residents and is located in Myanmar. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 1,690.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kanbalu?

Kanbalu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.4 inches.

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