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Mawlaik, Myanmar

Sagaing Region · Myanmar

Mawlaik is a mid-size city in Sagaing Region, Myanmar with a population of 44,540. Elevation: 423 ft (129 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

44,540 Population 27/sq mi density
423 ft Elevation 129 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
70.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yangon Timezone

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About Mawlaik

Mawlaik is a town in Mawlaik District, Sagaing Region in north-west Myanmar, It is located along the Chindwin River, which is the largest tributary of the country's main river, the Ayeyarwady.

People

Population44,540
Density27/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain70.8 in/yr
Sunny Days209/yr
Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Population44,540
Population Density27 / sq mi
Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Coordinates23.6425°, 94.4048°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceSagaing Region
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation70.8 inches (1,799 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mawlaik

Mawlaik is a mid-size city in Myanmar (Sagaing Region) with a population of 44,540. The city sits at an elevation of 423 feet (129 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yangon.

Climate in Mawlaik

Mawlaik has an average annual temperature of 26.3°C (79°F). The hottest month is Jun (30°C), the coldest is Jan (18.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 563 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.9°C / 66°F 9.2° / 30.5° 11.6
Feb 21.2°C / 70°F 9.8° / 33.5° 12.0
Mar 25.7°C / 78°F 13.9° / 37.8° 20.7
Apr 29.2°C / 85°F 18.6° / 40.5° 29.0
May 29.9°C / 86°F 20.6° / 41° 82.2
Jun 30°C / 86°F 22.9° / 39.4° 83.6
Jul 29.9°C / 86°F 23.9° / 38.8° 81.4
Aug 29.3°C / 85°F 22.9° / 38.3° 81.8
Sep 29°C / 84°F 22.7° / 38.4° 68.9
Oct 27.5°C / 81°F 20.4° / 36.8° 53.3
Nov 24.2°C / 75°F 15.2° / 34° 25.2
Dec 20.5°C / 69°F 11.2° / 31.1° 13.5
Mawlaik has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 423 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.2°F
41% above Myanmar avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days209 days/yr

Geography

Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Area1,665.1 sq mi (4,312.5 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates23.6425°N, 94.4048°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.8"
86% above Myanmar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 13.27"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

632 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 22, 2025.

Apr 13, 2016 76 km SE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M6.9 77 km
Jan 9, 1990 120 km E of W?ngjing, India M6.3 150 km
Feb 4, 2011 62 km E of W?ngjing, India M6.2 112 km
Aug 8, 1994 115 km E of W?ngjing, India M6.1 145 km
Sep 3, 2009 67 km ESE of W?ngjing, India M5.9 81 km
Apr 16, 2020 38 km ESE of Falam, Myanmar M5.9 101 km
Jul 29, 2012 63 km E of Falam, Myanmar M5.7 79 km
Apr 15, 1992 89 km NE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.7 90 km
May 11, 2006 38 km SSW of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.6 38 km
Oct 11, 2000 52 km ENE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.6 53 km
Jun 21, 2020 22 km E of North Vanlaiphai, India M5.6 127 km
Jan 7, 2018 86 km E of W?ngjing, India M5.6 132 km
Dec 29, 2009 79 km ESE of W?ngjing, India M5.6 89 km
Mar 12, 2010 68 km SSE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.5 68 km
Dec 22, 2012 51 km NW of Monywa, Myanmar M5.5 139 km
Aug 11, 2009 79 km ESE of W?ngjing, India M5.5 85 km
Dec 4, 1991 47 km SE of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.5 59 km
May 11, 1991 10 km SSE of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.4 98 km
Oct 16, 1998 30 km ENE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.4 31 km
Mar 5, 2025 64 km E of Wāngjing, India M5.4 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Mocha (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Mocha Category 3 174 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 292 km
1997 Unnamed Category 4 134 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 205 km
1995 Unnamed Category 1 293 km
1994 Unnamed Category 2 224 km
1991 Unnamed Category 4 82 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.5 in
April 82°F (28°C) 1.5 in
May 84°F (29°C) 7.9 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 12.2 in
July 82°F (28°C) 12.1 in
August 81°F (27°C) 13.3 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 13.1 in
October 78°F (26°C) 7.7 in
November 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in

Mawlaik has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 64°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 70.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (13.3") and January the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Mawlaik

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
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Radio Stations near Mawlaik

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Farmers Markets in Mawlaik

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
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Restaurants in Mawlaik

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Golf Courses in Mawlaik

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Mawlaik

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kalay AirportKMVSmall Airport
Phonngbyin AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Mawlaik

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yangon

🇲🇲 About Myanmar

Capital Nay Pyi Taw
Population 53,708,395
Area 678,500 km²
GDP (USD) $66,757,619,000
GDP per capita $1,233
HDI 0.585
Life expectancy 66.9 years
Internet users 58.5%
Urban population 30.4%
Currency MMK (Kyat)
Languages Burmese
Calling code +95
TLD .mm
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mawlaik

What is the population of Mawlaik?

Mawlaik has a population of 44,540 residents and is located in Myanmar. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 1,665.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mawlaik?

Mawlaik has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.8 inches.

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