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Matu, Malaysia

Sarawak · Malaysia

Matu is a small city in Sarawak, Malaysia with a population of 13,327. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

13,327 Population 18/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
130.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kuching Timezone

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People

Population13,327
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
Rain130.7 in/yr
Sunny Days124/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population13,327
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates2.6833°, 111.5333°
TimezoneAsia/Kuching
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvinceSarawak
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation130.7 inches (3,320 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Matu

Matu is a small city in Malaysia (Sarawak) with a population of 13,327. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 130.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.

Climate in Matu

Matu has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (28.1°C), the coldest is Jan (26.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 3550 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.7°C / 80°F 24.8° / 29.6° 433.7
Feb 26.7°C / 80°F 24.8° / 29.5° 307.6
Mar 27°C / 81°F 24.9° / 29.8° 279.4
Apr 27.7°C / 82°F 25.6° / 30.3° 239.0
May 28.1°C / 83°F 26.1° / 30.3° 257.8
Jun 27.6°C / 82°F 25.4° / 30° 319.1
Jul 27.6°C / 82°F 25.3° / 30.2° 203.4
Aug 27.6°C / 82°F 25.5° / 30.4° 290.1
Sep 27.5°C / 81°F 25.4° / 30.3° 226.4
Oct 27.3°C / 81°F 25.4° / 30° 295.3
Nov 27.2°C / 81°F 25.5° / 29.8° 322.3
Dec 26.9°C / 80°F 25.3° / 29.5° 376.0
Matu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 124 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 130.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.6°F
47% above Malaysia avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days124 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area728.2 sq mi (1,886.1 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates2.6833°N, 111.5333°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuching

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 130.7"
244% above Malaysia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 20.12"
Driest Month (Jul) 6.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 19, 1994.

Feb 12, 1994 57 km NNW of Kapit, Malaysia M5.3 139 km
Feb 19, 1994 63 km NNW of Kapit, Malaysia M4.7 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 20.1 in Coldest, Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 14.8 in
March 80°F (26°C) 11.9 in
April 80°F (27°C) 7.6 in
May 81°F (27°C) 6.9 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 6.9 in
July 80°F (27°C) 6.4 in Driest
August 80°F (27°C) 8.2 in
September 80°F (27°C) 9.2 in
October 79°F (26°C) 10.3 in
November 79°F (26°C) 11.3 in
December 79°F (26°C) 17.2 in

Matu has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 130.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (20.1") and July the driest (6.4").

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Libraries in Matu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Perpustakaan Awam Daro0.0

Farmers Markets in Matu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Open Air Daro

Airports Near Matu

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mukah AirportMKMMedium Airport
Sibu AirportSBWMedium Airport
Tanjung Manis AirportTGCSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kuching

🇲🇾 About Malaysia

Capital Kuala Lumpur
Population 31,528,585
Area 329,750 km²
GDP (USD) $399,949,418,753
GDP per capita $11,386
HDI 0.807
Life expectancy 76.7 years
Internet users 97.7%
Urban population 76.4%
Currency MYR (Ringgit)
Languages English, Malay
Calling code +60
TLD .my
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Matu

What is the population of Matu?

Matu has a population of 13,327 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 728.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Matu?

Matu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 124 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 130.7 inches.

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