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Malinau, Indonesia

North Kalimantan · Indonesia

Malinau is a small city in North Kalimantan, Indonesia with a population of 25,596. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

25,596 Population 264/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
128.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Makassar Timezone

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People

Population25,596
Density264/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain128.1 in/yr
Sunny Days104/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population25,596
Population Density264 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates3.5886°, 116.6239°
TimezoneAsia/Makassar
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceNorth Kalimantan
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation128.1 inches (3,253 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Malinau

Malinau is a small city in Indonesia (North Kalimantan) with a population of 25,596. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 128.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Makassar.

Climate in Malinau

Malinau has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (26.3°C), the coldest is Jan (25.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 3398 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.2°C / 77°F 21.7° / 29.5° 263.3
Feb 25.4°C / 78°F 21.4° / 29.8° 173.5
Mar 25.6°C / 78°F 21.6° / 30° 356.7
Apr 26°C / 79°F 22.3° / 30.2° 309.2
May 26.3°C / 79°F 23° / 30.4° 441.9
Jun 25.7°C / 78°F 22.6° / 29.9° 251.9
Jul 25.6°C / 78°F 22.5° / 29.9° 256.8
Aug 25.8°C / 78°F 22.6° / 29.8° 216.7
Sep 25.8°C / 78°F 22.4° / 30.1° 248.2
Oct 25.8°C / 78°F 22.4° / 30° 266.9
Nov 25.8°C / 78°F 22.5° / 30° 255.8
Dec 25.5°C / 78°F 22.3° / 29.7° 357.7
Malinau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 104 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 128.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.6°F
49% above Indonesia avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days104 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area96.8 sq mi (250.8 km²)
Population Density264/sq mi
Coordinates3.5886°N, 116.6239°W
TimezoneAsia/Makassar

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 128.1"
237% above Indonesia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 12.48"
Driest Month (Feb) 8.03"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Feb 17, 2021.

Jul 12, 1995 114 km SW of Tarakan, Indonesia M5.5 129 km
Jun 5, 2013 40 km SSE of Tarakan, Indonesia M4.8 137 km
May 18, 1995 117 km SW of Tarakan, Indonesia M4.7 129 km
Jun 11, 2019 118 km SW of Tarakan, Indonesia M4.7 131 km
Jun 30, 2005 63 km SSE of Lawas, Malaysia M4.5 139 km
Jul 12, 1995 112 km SW of Tarakan, Indonesia M4.5 127 km
Feb 17, 2021 71 km NNW of Tarakan, Indonesia M4.4 83 km
Jan 10, 2008 131 km SSE of Keningau, Malaysia M4.1 70 km
Jun 3, 1996 Kalimantan, Indonesia M4.1 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 8.3 in Coldest
February 80°F (26°C) 8.0 in Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 10.0 in
April 81°F (27°C) 10.5 in
May 82°F (28°C) 12.5 in Warmest, Wettest
June 81°F (27°C) 11.0 in
July 81°F (27°C) 10.6 in
August 81°F (27°C) 11.5 in
September 81°F (27°C) 11.7 in
October 81°F (27°C) 11.4 in
November 81°F (27°C) 11.6 in
December 80°F (27°C) 11.0 in

Malinau has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 80°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 128.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (12.5") and February the driest (8.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Malinau

Institution Type Founded Website
Politeknik Malinau College

Schools in Malinau

35 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SMK 2
SMP 2 MALINAU
SMP UNGGULAN
SMP 1 MALINAU
SD Negeri
SMP MALINAU UTARA
SD Negeri
SMP 3
SMA 8
SD 005 Malinau
SD
SD
Sekolah Islam Terpadu Insan Cendikia
SPP Malinau Utara
SMA Negeri 1 Malinau
TK
SD Katholik
SMA Katholik
SD Negeri 006 Malinau Kota
SD
SD
SD Negeri 005 Malinau Barat
SMP
SDN Tj.Lapang
SD Negeri 012 Malinau Utara
SD Negeri 001 Malinau Kota
SD Negeri 002 Malinau Kota
SMK Tj.Lapang
SD Negeri 009 Malinau Kota
SMP Negeri 3 Malinau Kota
SD Negeri 007 Malinau Barat
SD Negeri 006 Malinau Utara
SD Negeri 010 Malinau Kota
SD Negeri 004 Malinau Kota
SMA Darma Bakti Malinau
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Radio Stations near Malinau

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Malinau

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museum Malinau

Farmers Markets in Malinau

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Pasar Buah
PASAR INDUK MALINAU
PASAR TRADISIONAL DAYAK ( INAI )

Hotels in Malinau

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hokiwa
Hotel Hanura
Hotel Herlis

Restaurants in Malinau

20 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ayam Geprek
BAKSO
Bakso
Bakso Kepala Sapi
Bakso Rindu Rasa
Coto Makassar
Idung Merah
KULINER ALUN-ALUN MALINAU KOTA
Mie Ayam
Mie Ayam Tenda Biru
Nasi Kuning
Pusat Kuliner Pelangi
Rumah Makan Padang
Rumah Makan Padang
Rumah Makan Padang
Sari Enak
Warung Lamongan Cak Akif
Warung Lamongan Cak Akif
Warung Makan
Warung Makan Blitar

Clinics in Malinau

8 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apotek Malinau II
PKM Malinau Kota
PKM Malinau Utara
Puskesmas Pembantu Kelapis
Puskesmas Pembantu Salap
Puskesmas Pembantu Sempayang
Puskesmas Pembantu Tajan
Puskesmas Sesua

Bus Stations in Malinau

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TERMINAL MALINAU KOTA

Gas Stations in Malinau

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Malinau Hilir
Malinau Seberang
Pulau Betung
SPBU INDUSTRI

Banks in Malinau

18 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ATM
ATM
ATM
ATM
ATM
atm
ATM
ATM
ATM
ATM
ATM
ATM
ATM BNI & BPDKALTIM
BANK BRI
BANK KALTIMTARA
Bank Mandiri
BNI
BRI

Airports Near Malinau

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Long Apari AirportSmall Airport
Long Pala AirstripSmall Airport
Lumbis AirstripSmall Airport
Pulau Sapi AirstripSmall Airport
Robert Atty BessingLNUSmall Airport

Post Offices in Malinau

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
KANTOR POS

Churches & Religious Organizations in Malinau

29 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cristian Center
GEREJA KATHOLIK
Gereja Katholik
Gereja Katolik St. Maria
Gereja Toraja Jemaat Efrata Malinau
GKII
GKII
GKII Jemaat Imanuel Malinau Hilir
GKII Jemaat Tanjung Belimbing
GKII Malinau Kota
GKII Pelita Kanaan
GKII Sempayang Baru
GKPI
GKPI
GKPI Pelita Kanaan
GKPI Tanjung Lapang
GPdI
GPIB
GPSdI
Islamic Center Malinau
KRISTIAN CENTER
Masjid Agung
Masjid Al-Khairaat
Masjid Al-Muhajirin
Masjid An-Nur
Masjid Darussalam
Masjid ISTIQOMAH
Masjid Nurul Iman
Vihara Bodhi Sasana Jaya

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Makassar

🇮🇩 About Indonesia

Capital Jakarta
Population 267,663,435
Area 1,919,440 km²
GDP (USD) $1,371,169,301,564
GDP per capita $4,876
HDI 0.713
Life expectancy 71.2 years
Internet users 69.2%
Urban population 58.1%
Currency IDR (Rupiah)
Languages Indonesian
Calling code +62
TLD .id
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Indonesia

8 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Tahun Baru Masehi
Apr 3 Good Friday Wafat Isa Almasih
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Paskah
May 1 Labour Day Hari Buruh Internasional
May 14 Ascension Day Kenaikan Isa Almasih
Jun 1 Pancasila Day Hari Lahir Pancasila
Aug 17 Independence Day Hari Ulang Tahun Kemerdekaan Republik Indonesia
Dec 25 Christmas Day Hari Raya Natal

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Frequently Asked Questions About Malinau

What is the population of Malinau?

Malinau has a population of 25,596 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 264 people per square mile, spread across 96.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Malinau?

Malinau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 104 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 128.1 inches.

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