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Kuala Penyu, Malaysia
Sabah · Malaysia
Kuala Penyu is a small city in Sabah, Malaysia with a population of 24,200. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Kuala Penyu
Kuala Penyu Town is the capital of the Kuala Penyu District in the Interior Division of Sabah, Malaysia. This district can be reached by road or by boat via the sea route. It is only 145 kilometres from Kota Kinabalu via the Beaufort route, and if travelling through Membakut/Pimping, the distance is now just 106 kilometres. Besides saving travel time, visitors taking the Membakut/Pimping route also have the opportunity to use the ferry service to cross Setompok Bay. Its population was estimated to be around 659 in 2010, with ethnic Dusun Tatana sub-group forming the largest single ethnic group.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,200 |
| Population Density | 45 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.5714°, 115.5984° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Sabah |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 132.8 inches (3,374 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kuala Penyu
Kuala Penyu is a small city in Malaysia (Sabah) with a population of 24,200. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 132.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.
Climate in Kuala Penyu
Kuala Penyu has an average annual temperature of 27.7°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.6°C), the coldest is Feb (26.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 3483 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.9°F |
| 50% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 105 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 540.2 sq mi (1,399.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.5714°N, 115.5984°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 6.0 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 9.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 13.5 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 10.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 11.2 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 13.6 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 15.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 13.8 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 12.3 in |
Kuala Penyu has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 80°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 132.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (15.4") and February the driest (6.0").
Colleges & Universities in Kuala Penyu
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kolej Vokasional Beuafort | University | — | — |
Schools in Kuala Penyu
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMK Kuala Penyu | — | — | — | — |
| Sek. Men. St. Peter Bundu | — | — | — | — |
| Sek. Ren. Keb. St. Peter Bundu | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kuala Penyu
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sabah FM | — | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in Kuala Penyu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan Negeri Sabah Cawangan Sabah | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kuala Penyu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ai Zhen Market | |||||
| Beaufort General Market | |||||
| Pasar Daging Khinzir | |||||
| Pasar Mingo | |||||
| Zulfia Mini Market |
Hotels in Kuala Penyu
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kuala Penyu
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kuala Penyu
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brunei International Airport | BWN | Large Airport |
| Kota Kinabalu International Airport | BKI | Large Airport |
| Labuan Airport | LBU | Medium Airport |
| Keningau Airport | KGU | Small Airport |
| Kuala Kahaba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kuala Penyu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lawas Airport | LWY | Small Airport |
| Sipitang Airport | SPT | Small Airport |
| Sook Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kuala Penyu
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church | |
| Saint Peter Church |
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What is the population of Kuala Penyu?
Kuala Penyu has a population of 24,200 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 540.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kuala Penyu?
Kuala Penyu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 105 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 132.8 inches.