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Papun, Myanmar

Kayin State · Myanmar

Papun is a small town in Kayin State, Myanmar with a population of 3,028. Elevation: 243 ft (74 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,028 Population 3/sq mi density
243 ft Elevation 74 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
89.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yangon Timezone

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About Papun

Papun is a town in northern Kayin State, Myanmar. It is on the east side of the Yunzalin River. It was formerly one of the headquarters of the Karen National Union and the Karen National Liberation Army. The Papun Airport is also located nearby.

People

Population3,028
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain89.1 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Population3,028
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Coordinates18.0621°, 97.4423°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceKayin State
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation89.1 inches (2,264 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Papun

Papun is a small town in Myanmar (Kayin State) with a population of 3,028. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet (74 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 89.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yangon.

Papun has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 89.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.6°F
44% above Myanmar avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Geography

Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Area1,099.0 sq mi (2,846.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates18.0621°N, 97.4423°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 89.1"
135% above Myanmar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 19.65"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 7, 2022.

May 16, 1995 28 km WSW of Nyaunglebin, Myanmar M6.1 106 km
Jan 11, 2018 40 km WSW of Pyu, Myanmar M6.0 149 km
Aug 19, 1994 32 km W of Nyaunglebin, Myanmar M5.8 109 km
Jan 11, 2018 28 km W of Pyu, Myanmar M5.2 141 km
Aug 15, 1999 24 km WSW of Pyu, Myanmar M5.2 133 km
Mar 17, 2018 32 km WSW of Pyu, Myanmar M5.1 141 km
Apr 24, 2018 34 km WSW of Pyu, Myanmar M5.1 142 km
Jun 17, 2018 45 km WSW of Pyu, Myanmar M5.0 147 km
Apr 20, 2018 34 km WSW of Pyu, Myanmar M5.0 139 km
Mar 4, 2018 30 km WSW of Pyu, Myanmar M4.9 141 km
Apr 20, 2018 31 km WSW of Pyu, Myanmar M4.9 139 km
Jan 11, 2018 39 km WSW of Pyu, Myanmar M4.9 144 km
Jan 12, 2018 19 km WSW of Pyu, Myanmar M4.9 128 km
Jun 18, 2019 41 km ENE of Letpandan, Myanmar M4.8 140 km
Jan 14, 2018 40 km WSW of Pyu, Myanmar M4.7 145 km
Apr 21, 2018 38 km WSW of Pyu, Myanmar M4.7 146 km
Jan 22, 2018 44 km WSW of Pyu, Myanmar M4.7 147 km
Jan 11, 2018 34 km W of Pyu, Myanmar M4.6 150 km
Feb 5, 2018 31 km SW of Pyu, Myanmar M4.6 130 km
Jan 13, 2018 38 km WSW of Pyu, Myanmar M4.6 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Nargis (2008).

Year Name Category Closest
2008 Nargis Category 3 215 km
2006 Mala Category 1 211 km
1982 Unnamed Category 2 165 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.1 m (3 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1930 MYANMAR COAST Earthquake 1.1 m 500 116 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (21°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
April 84°F (29°C) 1.5 in Warmest
May 83°F (28°C) 11.1 in
June 79°F (26°C) 16.5 in
July 78°F (26°C) 19.7 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 18.2 in
September 79°F (26°C) 12.2 in
October 79°F (26°C) 7.3 in
November 76°F (25°C) 1.6 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in

Papun has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 71°F in January to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 89.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (19.7") and January the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Papun

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hpapun AirportPPUSmall Airport
Mae Sariang Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yangon
Elevation
155 m (509 ft)

🇲🇲 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 Papun

What is the population of Papun?

Papun has a population of 3,028 residents and is located in Myanmar. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,099.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Papun?

Papun has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 89.1 inches.

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