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Loikaw, Myanmar
Kayah State · Myanmar
Loikaw is a small city in Kayah State, Myanmar with a population of 17,293. Elevation: 2,930 ft (893 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Loikaw
Loikaw is the largest city and the capital of Karenni State, in Myanmar. It is located in the Karen Hills area, near the State's northern tip, just above an embayment on the Pilu River. The inhabitants are mostly Kayah, Kayaw, Kayan (Karenni). Myanmar's largest hydropower plant is located about 20 km (12 mi) east of Loikaw at Lawpita Falls.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,293 |
| Population Density | 58 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,930 ft (893 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.6780°, 97.2098° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yangon |
| Country | 🇲🇲 Myanmar |
| State / Province | Kayah State |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.8 inches (1,264 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Loikaw
Loikaw is a small city in Myanmar (Kayah State) with a population of 17,293. The city sits at an elevation of 2,930 feet (893 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yangon.
Climate in Loikaw
Loikaw has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is Apr (26.8°C), the coldest is Jan (18.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1478 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.0°F |
| 33% above Myanmar avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,930 ft (893 m) |
| Area | 299.9 sq mi (776.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.6780°N, 97.2098°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yangon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 6.2 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 7.7 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 6.0 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in |
Loikaw has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 63°F in January to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.1") and February the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Loikaw
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loikaw University | University | - | , |
| Technological University, Loikaw | College | - | , |
| University of Computer Studies (Loikaw) | University | - | , |
Schools in Loikaw
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loikaw University | - | - | - | - |
| BEMS 2 | - | - | - | - |
| BEHS PanKan အထက ပန္ကန္း | - | - | - | - |
| G.San Htun Aung'Home | - | - | - | - |
| No. 7 Basic Education High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Loikaw
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Loikaw
16 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Loikaw
24 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Loikaw
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Loikaw
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Loikaw
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Loikaw
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Loikaw
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Loikaw
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Loikaw
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Loikaw
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Loikaw
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Loikaw Airport | LIW | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Loikaw
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Myanmar Telegraph and Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Loikaw
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Animist temple | |
| Bouddhist temple | |
| mya club pagoda | |
| Myo Nan Pagoda | |
| Reclining Buddha | |
| Shwe Taung Monastery | |
| Taung Kwe Pagoda | |
| Tit Ta Pin Mountain Pagoda | |
| လြယ္တမူလိႈင္ဂူ | |
| ေရႊလက္ဝါးေတာင္ေစတီ |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Loikaw
What is the population of Loikaw?
Loikaw has a population of 17,293 residents and is located in Myanmar. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 299.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Loikaw?
Loikaw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.8 inches.