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Pakan, Malaysia

Sarawak · Malaysia

Pakan is a small city in Sarawak, Malaysia with a population of 15,462. Elevation: 207 ft (63 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

15,462 Population 28/sq mi density
207 ft Elevation 63 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
126.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kuching Timezone

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About Pakan

Pakan

Pakan is a small town in Pakan District, Sarikei Division, Sarawak, Malaysia. The district population estimates was 17,600.

People

Population15,462
Density28/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain126.6 in/yr
Sunny Days111/yr
Elevation207 ft (63 m)
Population15,462
Population Density28 / sq mi
Elevation207 ft (63 m)
Coordinates1.8833°, 111.6833°
TimezoneAsia/Kuching
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvinceSarawak
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation126.6 inches (3,215 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pakan

Pakan is a small city in Malaysia (Sarawak) with a population of 15,462. The city sits at an elevation of 207 feet (63 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 126.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.

Climate in Pakan

Pakan has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (26.7°C), the coldest is Jan (25.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 3749 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.6°C / 78°F 22.1° / 30.4° 427.5
Feb 25.6°C / 78°F 21.9° / 30.8° 320.5
Mar 25.9°C / 79°F 21.8° / 30.9° 313.9
Apr 26.3°C / 79°F 22.6° / 30.8° 269.3
May 26.7°C / 80°F 23.1° / 30.8° 267.2
Jun 26°C / 79°F 22.5° / 30.3° 338.4
Jul 26°C / 79°F 22° / 30.7° 203.0
Aug 26°C / 79°F 22.3° / 30.9° 303.5
Sep 26°C / 79°F 21.8° / 31.2° 246.0
Oct 25.9°C / 79°F 22.4° / 30.7° 312.3
Nov 25.8°C / 78°F 22.4° / 30.5° 353.5
Dec 25.7°C / 78°F 22.5° / 30.2° 394.3
Pakan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 111 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 126.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 207 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.1°F
46% above Malaysia avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days111 days/yr

Geography

Elevation207 ft (63 m)
Area551.0 sq mi (1,427.2 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates1.8833°N, 111.6833°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuching

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 126.6"
233% above Malaysia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 14.13"
Driest Month (Jul) 6.85"

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 M5.3 138 km
Feb 19, 1994 63 km NNW of Kapit, Malaysia M4.7 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 13.7 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 10.7 in
March 79°F (26°C) 11.7 in
April 80°F (26°C) 9.7 in
May 80°F (27°C) 9.8 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 7.8 in
July 80°F (26°C) 6.9 in Driest
August 80°F (26°C) 9.1 in
September 79°F (26°C) 10.9 in
October 79°F (26°C) 10.9 in
November 79°F (26°C) 11.3 in
December 78°F (26°C) 14.1 in Wettest

Pakan has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 126.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (14.1") and July the driest (6.9").

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Libraries in Pakan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Jakar Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Pakan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Old Tamu Nyelong Night Market
Pasar Sungai Rejang
Pusat Penjaja Sungai Sarikei

Airports Near Pakan

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sibu AirportSBWMedium Airport
Tanjung Manis AirportTGCSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kuching
Elevation
71 m (233 ft)

🇲🇾 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 Pakan

What is the population of Pakan?

Pakan has a population of 15,462 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 551.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pakan?

Pakan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 111 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 126.6 inches.

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