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Kaunghein, Myanmar

Sagaing Region · Myanmar

Kaunghein is a small town in Sagaing Region, Myanmar with a population of 1,251. Elevation: 558 ft (170 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1,251 Population 0/sq mi density
558 ft Elevation 170 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
111.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yangon Timezone

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About Kaunghein

Kaunghein is a village and village tract in Hkamti Township in Hkamti District in the Sagaing Region of northwestern Burma. At the time of the 2014 census the village tract had a population of 1251 people of which 670 were men and 581 were women. 208 households were recorded.

People

Population1,251
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain111.5 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation558 ft (170 m)
Population1,251
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation558 ft (170 m)
Coordinates25.6766°, 95.4222°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceSagaing Region
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation111.5 inches (2,833 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kaunghein

Kaunghein is a small town in Myanmar (Sagaing Region) with a population of 1,251. The city sits at an elevation of 558 feet (170 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 111.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yangon.

Kaunghein has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 111.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 558 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above Myanmar avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Geography

Elevation558 ft (170 m)
Area3,897.3 sq mi (10,094.1 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates25.6766°N, 95.4222°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 111.5"
194% above Myanmar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 28.90"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

403 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 11, 2025.

May 6, 1995 109 km SE of Phek, India M6.4 78 km
Jan 9, 1990 120 km E of W?ngjing, India M6.3 104 km
Feb 4, 2011 62 km E of W?ngjing, India M6.2 139 km
Aug 8, 1994 115 km E of W?ngjing, India M6.1 109 km
May 31, 2023 121 km WSW of Myitkyina, Myanmar M5.9 103 km
Nov 21, 1994 75 km SSW of Sarupathar, India M5.9 125 km
Dec 30, 1997 79 km W of Myitkyina, Myanmar M5.8 123 km
Jan 9, 2013 66 km SE of Phek, India M5.8 54 km
Jan 7, 2018 86 km E of W?ngjing, India M5.6 117 km
Jul 1, 2012 21 km ESE of Phek, India M5.6 73 km
May 2, 1998 115 km SE of Phek, India M5.5 84 km
Jul 26, 1996 117 km WSW of Myitkyina, Myanmar M5.4 101 km
Mar 5, 2025 64 km E of Wāngjing, India M5.4 145 km
Jan 23, 1991 119 km E of W?ngjing, India M5.3 107 km
Apr 10, 2001 99 km E of W?ngjing, India M5.3 123 km
Aug 30, 2009 74 km SE of Phek, India M5.3 55 km
Jan 10, 1990 63 km E of W?ngjing, India M5.2 149 km
May 9, 1995 77 km ESE of Phek, India M5.2 51 km
Jun 29, 2007 82 km W of Myitkyina, Myanmar M5.2 120 km
Jul 14, 2012 26 km S of Phek, India M5.2 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Unnamed (1997).

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Unnamed Category 1 75 km
1991 Unnamed Category 3 126 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in
March 71°F (22°C) 1.3 in
April 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in
May 79°F (26°C) 7.4 in
June 80°F (27°C) 23.6 in
July 79°F (26°C) 28.9 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 20.8 in Warmest
September 79°F (26°C) 16.1 in
October 77°F (25°C) 7.3 in
November 70°F (21°C) 1.6 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in

Kaunghein has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 61°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 111.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (28.9") and January the driest (0.4").

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Airports Near Kaunghein

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kanti AirportKHMSmall Airport

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 Kaunghein

What is the population of Kaunghein?

Kaunghein has a population of 1,251 residents and is located in Myanmar. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,897.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kaunghein?

Kaunghein has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 111.5 inches.

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