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Mae Sot, Thailand
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Mae Sot is a mid-size city in Tak, Thailand with a population of 44,563. Elevation: 699 ft (213 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Mae Sot
Mae Sot is a city in western Thailand that shares a border with Myanmar to the west. It is notable as a trade hub and for its substantial population of Burmese migrants and refugees. The city is part of Tak Province, 87 km from the city of Tak and 492 km from Bangkok. It is home to the district headquarters of Mae Sot District, and is the main gateway between Thailand and Burma. As a result, it has gained notoriety for its trade in gems and teak, as well as black market services such as human trafficking and illicit drugs.
People
Climate
| Population | 44,563 |
| Population Density | 4,244 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 699 ft (213 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.7167°, 98.5667° |
| Timezone | Asia/Bangkok |
| Country | 🇹🇭 Thailand |
| State / Province | Tak |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 78.6 inches (1,997 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mae Sot
Mae Sot is a mid-size city in Thailand (Tak) with a population of 44,563. The city sits at an elevation of 699 feet (213 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 78.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Bangkok.
Climate in Mae Sot
Mae Sot has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.8°F |
| 46% above Thailand avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 206 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 699 ft (213 m) |
| Area | 10.5 sq mi (27.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,244/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.7167°N, 98.5667°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Bangkok |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 85°F (30°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 8.7 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 12.5 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 15.4 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 16.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 12.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
Mae Sot has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 73°F in December to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 78.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (16.8") and January the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Mae Sot
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| วิทยาลัยเทคนิคแม่สอด | College | — | — |
| วิทยาลัยเทคนิคแม่สอด | College | — | — |
Schools in Mae Sot
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ban Mae Pa Nuea School | — | — | — | — |
| Islamic school | — | — | — | — |
| Ban Mae Ku Nuea School | — | — | — | — |
| Ban Mae Ku Noi Community School | — | — | — | — |
| Ban Kang Pi Ban School | — | — | — | — |
| Ban Hua Fai School | — | — | — | — |
| Ban Mae Tao Tai School | — | — | — | — |
| Ban Mae Kuet Luang School | — | — | — | — |
| Ban Huai Ka Lok School | — | — | — | — |
| Ban Mae Pa Tai School | — | — | — | — |
| Chinese School (rorian La) | — | — | — | — |
| Ban Wang Tha Khian School | — | — | — | — |
| Ban Tha At School | — | — | — | — |
| Ban Mae Tao School | — | — | — | — |
| Ban Hai Muang School | — | — | — | — |
| Mae Sot School | — | — | — | — |
| Ban Mae Pa School | — | — | — | — |
| โรงเรียนเทศบาลตำบลแม่กุ | — | — | — | — |
| Sanphawitthayakhom School | — | — | — | — |
| Mae sot Home school. | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mae Sot
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Mae Sot
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum of Political Prisoners at AAPP |
Farmers Markets in Mae Sot
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyun Taw Market | |||||
| Myawaddy Night Market | |||||
| Rim Moei Market | |||||
| Shwe Myawaddy Market |
Hotels in Mae Sot
37 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mae Sot
80 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mae Sot
29 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Mae Sot
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Mae Sot
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mae Sot
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mae Sot
6 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mae Sot
22 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mae Sot
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Mae Sot
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Mae Sot
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mae Sot
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mae Sot Airport | MAQ | Medium Airport |
| Tak Airport | TKT | Medium Airport |
| Khunan Phumipol Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mae Sot
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| DHL | |
| Intharakiree Post Office | |
| Mae Sot Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mae Sot
28 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Big Chinese Temple complex | |
| Buddha statue | |
| Chao Pho Khun Sam Chon Shrine | |
| Chedi Phra That Pha Daeng | |
| Christ's Vision Church | |
| Mosque Nulun iIlam | |
| Nakkhonma Temple | |
| Phra That Doi Din Ki (Hin Kio) | |
| Phra That Doi Hua Fai Temple | |
| pretty and shiny temple | |
| Temple | |
| Wat Bunyawat | |
| Wat Chumphon Khiri | |
| Wat Don Chai | |
| Wat Don Kaeo | |
| Wat Mani Phraison | |
| Wat Nong King Fong | |
| Wat Phothi Khun | |
| Wat Phrathat Doi Mueang Kaeo | |
| Wat Wang Da Khian |
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What is the population of Mae Sot?
Mae Sot has a population of 44,563 residents and is located in Thailand. The population density is 4,244 people per square mile, spread across 10.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mae Sot?
Mae Sot has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 78.6 inches.