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Keningau, Malaysia
Sabah · Malaysia
Keningau is a mid-size city in Sabah, Malaysia with a population of 77,650. Elevation: 909 ft (277 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
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About Keningau
Keningau is the capital of the Keningau District in the Interior Division of Sabah, Malaysia. It is the fifth-largest town in Sabah, as well one of the oldest. Keningau is between Tambunan and Tenom. The town had an estimated population of 173,130. Dusuns, Muruts and Lundayehs are the major ethnic groups in Keningau.
People
Climate
| Population | 77,650 |
| Population Density | 245 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 909 ft (277 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.3378°, 116.1602° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Sabah |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 78.7 inches (2,000 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Keningau
Keningau is a mid-size city in Malaysia (Sabah) with a population of 77,650. The city sits at an elevation of 909 feet (277 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 78.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.
Climate in Keningau
Keningau has an average annual temperature of 23.6°C (74°F). The hottest month is May (24.4°C), the coldest is Jan (23.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2815 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.6°F |
| 36% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 193 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 909 ft (277 m) |
| Area | 317.1 sq mi (821.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 245/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.3378°N, 116.1602°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | Driest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 5.5 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 6.6 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 8.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 7.0 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 5.3 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 5.6 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 6.9 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 7.9 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 8.1 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 7.2 in |
Keningau has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 72°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 78.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (8.7") and February the driest (4.7").
Colleges & Universities in Keningau
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geomatika College Keningau Sabah | College | — | Visit → |
| Institut Pengajian Islam Dan Dakwah Sabah Keningau | University | — | — |
| Kolej Vokasional Keningau | College | — | — |
Schools in Keningau
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Pekan Keningau | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaann Keningau | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Pasir Putih | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Luagan Keningau | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Agama Negeri Keningau | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Ken Hwa | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Bulu Silou | — | — | — | — |
| Tadika SCA | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Gunsanad II | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah St. Francis Xavier Keningau | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Keningau II | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Yuk Yin | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Gunsanad | — | — | — | — |
| SJK (C) Yuk Kong 根地咬育光华文小学 | — | — | — | — |
| SJK (C) Cheng Ming, Keningau 根地咬政民华文小学 | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Membulu | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan St. Francis Xavier Keningau | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Keningau
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Keningau
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antanom Museum | ||||
| Muzium Warisan Keningau |
Libraries in Keningau
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keningau Regional Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Negeri Sabah Cawangan Tenom | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Keningau
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keningau Central Market | |||||
| Pasar Malam Keningau | |||||
| Tamu Ground Keningau | |||||
| Tamu Tenom | |||||
| Tenom Market |
Hotels in Keningau
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Keningau
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Keningau
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Keningau
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Keningau
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Keningau
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Keningau
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Keningau
7 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Keningau
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Keningau
10 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Keningau
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Keningau
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Keningau
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Kinabalu International Airport | BKI | Large Airport |
| Keningau Airport | KGU | Small Airport |
| Kuala Kahaba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kuala Penyu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Meligan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pandewan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ranau Airport | RNU | Small Airport |
| Sepulot Airport | SPE | Small Airport |
| Sipitang Airport | SPT | Small Airport |
| Sook Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ulu Tomani Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Keningau
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Pejabat Pos Keningau |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Keningau
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dewan Perjumpaan Saksi-Saksi Yehuwa, Keningau | |
| Gereja Katolik Keluarga Kudus | |
| Gereja Seventh-Day Adventist Pekan Keningau | |
| Gereja SIB Ria Pekan Keningau | |
| Guang Ji Temple | |
| Masjid Al Taqwa Daerah Keningau | |
| Masjid Ar Rahim Pekan Keningau | |
| Masjid Jamek Al-Hikam | |
| SIB VOV Minawo Keningau | |
| St. Francis Xavier's Catholic Cathedral | |
| St. Joseph's Catholic Church | |
| surau kg. Sondoton Baru | |
| Tai Pak Kung Temple | |
| The Basel Christian Church of Malaysia Keningau |
Quick Facts
Around Keningau
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Keningau
1 places within 15 km
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What is the population of Keningau?
Keningau has a population of 77,650 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 245 people per square mile, spread across 317.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Keningau?
Keningau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 193 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 78.7 inches.