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Nangtaw, Myanmar

Shan State · Myanmar

Nangtaw is a small town in Shan State, Myanmar with a population of 738. Elevation: 4,593 ft (1,400 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).

738 Population 3/sq mi density
4,593 ft Elevation 1,400 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 21°C
52.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yangon Timezone

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People

Population738
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (21°C)
Rain52.8 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation4,593 ft (1,400 m)
Population738
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation4,593 ft (1,400 m)
Coordinates21.7724°, 98.8756°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceShan State
Average Temperature71°F (21°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation52.8 inches (1,341 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nangtaw

Nangtaw is a small town in Myanmar (Shan State) with a population of 738. The city sits at an elevation of 4,593 feet (1,400 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yangon.

Nangtaw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,593 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average70.6°F
31% above Myanmar avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,593 ft (1,400 m)
Area236.6 sq mi (612.8 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates21.7724°N, 98.8756°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.8"
39% above Myanmar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.96"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

92 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.5 on Jul 14, 2025.

Jul 11, 1995 158 km W of Jinghong, China M6.8 40 km
Apr 23, 1992 126 km ESE of Lashio, Myanmar M6.2 72 km
Apr 23, 1992 130 km ESE of Lashio, Myanmar M6.1 74 km
Jul 21, 2022 53 km S of K?ng Tung, Myanmar M5.9 125 km
Jul 9, 1995 162 km W of Jinghong, China M5.9 38 km
Jun 23, 2007 114 km N of Tachilek, Myanmar M5.6 99 km
Jun 23, 2007 98 km WSW of Jinghong, China M5.4 110 km
Jul 9, 1995 163 km NNW of Tachilek, Myanmar M5.0 22 km
Jun 29, 1995 166 km SE of Lashio, Myanmar M4.9 18 km
Jul 9, 1995 167 km W of Jinghong, China M4.9 28 km
Mar 19, 2010 91 km SW of Jinghong, China M4.9 131 km
Jul 21, 2022 58 km S of K?ng Tung, Myanmar M4.9 126 km
Jul 21, 2022 53 km S of K?ng Tung, Myanmar M4.9 127 km
Jul 29, 2022 65 km S of K?ng Tung, Myanmar M4.8 136 km
Jan 7, 2007 111 km SSE of Lashio, Myanmar M4.8 75 km
Jun 28, 1999 114 km NNW of Tachilek, Myanmar M4.8 74 km
Feb 18, 1995 166 km NW of Jinghong, China M4.8 144 km
Jul 15, 1999 121 km NNW of Tachilek, Myanmar M4.8 62 km
Apr 23, 1992 146 km ESE of Lashio, Myanmar M4.8 60 km
Jul 18, 1995 164 km W of Jinghong, China M4.8 37 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in
April 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in
May 77°F (25°C) 6.6 in Warmest
June 76°F (25°C) 7.2 in
July 75°F (24°C) 8.9 in
August 76°F (24°C) 10.0 in Wettest
September 75°F (24°C) 7.8 in
October 72°F (22°C) 5.6 in
November 67°F (19°C) 3.1 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in

Nangtaw has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 60°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 52.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.0") and February the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Nangtaw

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mongpyin AirportSmall Airport
Tanyang AirportSmall Airport

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 Nangtaw

What is the population of Nangtaw?

Nangtaw has a population of 738 residents and is located in Myanmar. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 236.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nangtaw?

Nangtaw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.8 inches.

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