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Lawas, Malaysia
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Lawas is a small city in Sarawak, Malaysia with a population of 26,002. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lawas
Lawas is a small town and the capital of Lawas District, Limbang Division, Sarawak, Malaysia. This district area is 3,811.90 square kilometres, and population was 46,200. It is 1,200Â km from the state capital, Kuching and 200Â km from the capital city of Sabah, Kota Kinabalu.
People
Climate
| Population | 26,002 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.8604°, 115.4090° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Sarawak |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 149.2 inches (3,790 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lawas
Lawas is a small city in Malaysia (Sarawak) with a population of 26,002. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 149.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.
Climate in Lawas
Lawas has an average annual temperature of 25°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (25.8°C), the coldest is Jan (24.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 3409 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.6°F |
| 49% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 83 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 1,756.1 sq mi (4,548.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.8604°N, 115.4090°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 14.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 10.9 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 13.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 10.6 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 11.4 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 12.7 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 14.3 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 14.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 15.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 14.1 in |
Lawas has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 149.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.1") and February the driest (8.9").
Schools in Lawas
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SK KERANGAN | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Ladang Baru | - | - | - | - |
| SK Kampung Seberang Kuala Lawas | - | - | - | - |
| SK Agama (MIS) Lawas | - | - | - | - |
| SJK Chung Hwa Lawas | - | - | - | - |
| SK Pusat Lawas | - | - | - | - |
| SK Kuala Lawas | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lawas
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sabah FM | - | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in Lawas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan Awam Trusan | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Lawas | 0.0 | |||||
| perpustakaan sundar | 0.0 | |||||
| Sipitang Branch Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lawas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arked MDS | |||||
| Pasar Besar Lawas | |||||
| Sipitang Public Market | |||||
| Tamu Lawas | |||||
| Tamu Pekan Sipitang |
Hotels in Lawas
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lawas
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lawas
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Lawas
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Lawas
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lawas
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lawas
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Lawas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lawas
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brunei International Airport | BWN | Large Airport |
| Labuan Airport | LBU | Medium Airport |
| Limbang Airport | LMN | Medium Airport |
| Kuala Kahaba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kuala Medamit Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kuala Penyu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lawas Airport | LWY | Small Airport |
| Long Pasia Airport | GSA | Small Airport |
| Long Semado Airport | LSM | Small Airport |
| Long Sukang Airport | LSU | Small Airport |
| Meligan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sipitang Airport | SPT | Small Airport |
| Ulu Tomani Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lawas
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| POS Malaysia Lawas |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lawas
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gereja | |
| gereja pengalih | |
| Gereja Sidang Injil Borneo Batu Tiga | |
| Masjid Besar Darul Ma'mur Lawas | |
| Saint Martin Catholic Church, Lawas | |
| surau An Naim Kampung Kerangan | |
| surau ladang baru | |
| surau lakutan | |
| Toa Pek Kong Lawas |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lawas
What is the population of Lawas?
Lawas has a population of 26,002 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 1,756.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lawas?
Lawas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 83 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 149.2 inches.