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Kanowit, Malaysia
Sarawak · Malaysia
Kanowit is a small city in Sarawak, Malaysia with a population of 24,700. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kanowit
Kanowit is a town and the capital of Kanowit District, Sibu Division, Sarawak, Malaysia, comprising 2,253.5 square kilometres. As of 2010, Kanowit's population is 28,985. It is built on the mouth of Kanowit River at the bank of Rajang River, approximately 174 kilometers from the coast of South China Sea. It takes 45 minutes to reach the town by land transport and an hour by boat from Sibu. The main ethnic groups are Iban, Chinese, Malay, and Melanau.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,700 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.1000°, 112.1500° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Sarawak |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 131.1 inches (3,331 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kanowit
Kanowit is a small city in Malaysia (Sarawak) with a population of 24,700. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 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 131.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.
Climate in Kanowit
Kanowit has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (26.7°C), the coldest is Jan (25.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 3749 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 102 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 864.2 sq mi (2,238.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.1000°N, 112.1500°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 13.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 11.4 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 12.2 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 9.4 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 10.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | Driest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 9.4 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 12.1 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 11.1 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 11.2 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 13.9 in |
Kanowit has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 131.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (13.9") and July the driest (6.9").
Schools in Kanowit
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SK St. Francis Xavier | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Kanowit | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Yok Ming | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Shing Hua | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Chih Mong | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Nanga Pak | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kanowit
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Kanowit
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan Awam Sibu Jaya | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kanowit
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Market | |||||
| Pasar Tamu Sibu Jaya | |||||
| SibuJaya Street Bazaar |
Restaurants in Kanowit
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kanowit
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sibu Airport | SBW | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Kanowit
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kanowit Post Office |
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What is the population of Kanowit?
Kanowit has a population of 24,700 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 864.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kanowit?
Kanowit 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 102 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 131.1 inches.