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Kawthoung, Myanmar
Tanintharyi Region · Myanmar
Kawthoung is a mid-size city in Tanintharyi Region, Myanmar with a population of 57,949. Elevation: 361 ft (110 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Kawthoung
Kawthaung is a border town located in the southernmost part of Myanmar, in the Tanintharyi Region. During British rule in Burma between 1824 and 1948, it was known as Victoria Point. As of 2021, it has a population of 57,949. Facing Ranong in Thailand, Kawthaung is one of seven official border trade posts with Thailand.
People
Climate
| Population | 57,949 |
| Population Density | 185 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.9824°, 98.5503° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yangon |
| Country | 🇲🇲 Myanmar |
| State / Province | Tanintharyi Region |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 139.6 inches (3,545 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kawthoung
Kawthoung is a mid-size city in Myanmar (Tanintharyi Region) with a population of 57,949. The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet (110 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 139.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yangon.
Climate in Kawthoung
Kawthoung has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 3931 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Myanmar avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 165 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Area | 313.7 sq mi (812.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 185/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.9824°N, 98.5503°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yangon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 16.4 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 21.4 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 21.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 25.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 22.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 14.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
Kawthoung has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in December to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 139.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (25.4") and January the driest (0.8").
Schools in Kawthoung
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSic Education Branch Middle School (Bayint Naung) | — | — | — | — |
| Basic Education Post Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Basic Education Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Basic Education High School (1) | — | — | — | — |
| Basic Education Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Basic Education Post Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Basic Education Primary School | — | — | — | — |
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| Basic Education Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Basic Education Post Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| အခြေခံပညာမူလတန်းကျောင်း | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Kawthoung
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranong Provincial Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kawthoung
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayintnaung Market | |||||
| Kyaenanwin Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| MyoMa Market | |||||
| Nandawun Market | |||||
| Night food market | |||||
| Poomchanok Market | |||||
| Ranong Municipality Evening Market | |||||
| Ranong Old Market |
Hotels in Kawthoung
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kawthoung
10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kawthoung
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kawthoung
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kawthoung
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kawthoung
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kawthoung
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kawthoung
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kawthoung
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raenong BREWERY |
Stadiums & Teams in Kawthoung
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kawthoung
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kawthoung Airport | KAW | Medium Airport |
| Ranong Airport | UNN | Medium Airport |
Treatment Centers in Kawthoung
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Racha Di Spa and Mineral Water Ranon Hospital |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kawthoung
37 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aung Chan Tha Monastery | |
| Aungdawmu Pagoda | |
| Aye Mya Yadana Monastery | |
| Ayeyeiknyein Monastery | |
| Baptist Church | |
| Dawei Yeiktha Monastery | |
| Floating Temple | |
| Jama Masjid | |
| Koe Nawin Pagoda | |
| Law Ka Man Aung pagoda | |
| Moegoke Meditation Centre | |
| Moegoke Monastery | |
| Mosque | |
| Myolei Monastery | |
| Myolel Monastery | |
| Nagaayone Pagoda | |
| Nagayon Pagoda | |
| Natmauk Monastery | |
| Neikbanaye Monastery | |
| Pagoda |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Kawthoung
15 places within 15 km
- • หาดเกาะลาว
- • พระราชวังรัตนรังสรรค์
- • နန္းေတာ္
- • မီးမေလာင္ ဘုန္းႀကီးေက်ာင္း
- • บ่อน้ำร้อนรักษะวาริน
- • Royal Andaman Ranong Historical Cruise
- • เขาน้ำร้อน
- • เขาปากน้ำ
- • เขาสามแหลม
- • เขาหินช้าง
- • ခေါက်ဖမ်းတောင်
- • 555
- • Dorians Viewpoint
- • Phu Khao Ya
- • Victoria Point
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What is the population of Kawthoung?
Kawthoung has a population of 57,949 residents and is located in Myanmar. The population density is 185 people per square mile, spread across 313.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kawthoung?
Kawthoung 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 165 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 139.6 inches.