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Lawksawk, Myanmar
Shan State · Myanmar
Lawksawk is a small city in Shan State, Myanmar with a population of 29,533. Elevation: 3,084 ft (940 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lawksawk
Lawksawk, also known as Yatsauk, is a town in Shan State, Myanmar. It is the capital town and administrative center of Lawksawk Township. The town is located along an oxbow lake of the Zawgyi River at an altitude of 910 metres (2,990 ft). Lawksawk is about 48 kilometres (30 mi) north of Taunggyi, or 70 kilometres (43 mi) by road on National Route 43. It was the historical capital of Lawksawk State. The town is near Bahtoo Station, a major military base.
People
Climate
| Population | 29,533 |
| Population Density | 100 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,084 ft (940 m) |
| Coordinates | 21.2481°, 96.8673° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yangon |
| Country | 🇲🇲 Myanmar |
| State / Province | Shan State |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 81.6 inches (2,073 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lawksawk
Lawksawk is a small city in Myanmar (Shan State) with a population of 29,533. The city sits at an elevation of 3,084 feet (940 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yangon.
Climate in Lawksawk
Lawksawk has an average annual temperature of 21.7°C (71°F). The hottest month is Apr (25°C), the coldest is Jan (16.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 706 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.2°F |
| 30% above Myanmar avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 207 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,084 ft (940 m) |
| Area | 296.8 sq mi (768.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.2481°N, 96.8673°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yangon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Popa (172 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Popa | Stratovolcano | 1,518 m (4,980 ft) | -442 | 172 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 9.7 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 14.3 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 17.0 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 17.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 10.9 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 6.7 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in |
Lawksawk has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 60°F in January to 77°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 81.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (17.2") and January the driest (0.1").
Schools in Lawksawk
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ရပ္ေစာက္ | - | - | - | - |
| အ.မ.က(၁၁) | - | - | - | - |
Restaurants in Lawksawk
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Lawksawk
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Lawksawk
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lawksawk
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lawksawk
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Heho Airport | HEH | Medium Airport |
| Anisakan Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lawksawk
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
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Quick Facts
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What is the population of Lawksawk?
Lawksawk has a population of 29,533 residents and is located in Myanmar. The population density is 100 people per square mile, spread across 296.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lawksawk?
Lawksawk enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.6 inches.