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Lahad Datu, Malaysia
Sabah · Malaysia
Lahad Datu is a large city in Sabah, Malaysia with a population of 105,622. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Lahad Datu
Lahad Datu is the capital of the Lahad Datu District in the Dent Peninsula on Tawau Division of Sabah, Malaysia. Its population was estimated to be around 27,887 in 2010. The town is surrounded by stretches of cocoa and palm oil plantations. It is also an important timber exporting port. The town has an airport for domestic flights.
People
Climate
| Population | 105,622 |
| Population Density | 24 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.0230°, 118.3290° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Sabah |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.8 inches (2,028 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lahad Datu
Lahad Datu is a large city in Malaysia (Sabah) with a population of 105,622. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 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 79.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.
Climate in Lahad Datu
Lahad Datu has an average annual temperature of 25.9°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (26.7°C), the coldest is Jan (25.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2597 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 191 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 4,389.5 sq mi (11,368.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 24/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.0230°N, 118.3290°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 9.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | Driest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 6.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 9.0 in |
Lahad Datu has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 79.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.7") and July the driest (5.1").
Schools in Lahad Datu
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St.Dominic Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Dominic Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Little Caliphs Lahad Datu | — | — | — | — |
| Lahad Datu Middle School 沙巴拿笃中学 | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Siew Ching | — | — | — | — |
| SMK Sepagaya | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Agaseh | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Lahad Datu 3 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Lahad Datu
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Lahad Datu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lahad Datu Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Lahad Datu
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lahad Datu
43 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lahad Datu
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Lahad Datu
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Lahad Datu
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Lahad Datu
12 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lahad Datu
13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lahad Datu
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lahad Datu
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lahad Datu Airport | LDU | Medium Airport |
| Tawau Airport | TWU | Medium Airport |
| Hunter (Morotai) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jeroco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Semporna Airport | SMM | Small Airport |
| Tomanggong Airport | TMG | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lahad Datu
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| J&T Express (Express Your Online Business) | |
| Pos Malaysia |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lahad Datu
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dewan Perjumpaan Saksi-Saksi Yehuwa, Lahad Datu | |
| Masjid Ar-Raudhah | |
| St. Dominc Catholic Church | |
| St. Dominc Catholic Church |
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Quick Facts
Around Lahad Datu
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Lahad Datu
1 places within 15 km
- • Pulau Kalung-Kalungan Lighthouse
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What is the population of Lahad Datu?
Lahad Datu has a population of 105,622 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 4,389.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lahad Datu?
Lahad Datu 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 191 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.8 inches.