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Putao, Myanmar

Kachin State · Myanmar

Putao is a small city in Kachin State, Myanmar with a population of 10,000. Elevation: 1,407 ft (429 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

10,000 Population 3/sq mi density
1,407 ft Elevation 429 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
150.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yangon Timezone

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About Putao

Putao

Putao is a town in Kachin State, Myanmar and the principal town in Putao Township. The area around Putao is famous for its variety of birds and rare orchids, especially the so-called "Black Orchid" found in the mountains surrounding Putao. Myanmar's highest mountain, Hkakabo Razi, and other snow-capped peaks are visible from Putao. Putao means "town an old man is looking at" in Shan.

People

Population10,000
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain150.2 in/yr
Sunny Days194/yr
Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)
Population10,000
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)
Coordinates27.3526°, 97.4004°
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Country🇲🇲 Myanmar
State / ProvinceKachin State
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation150.2 inches (3,816 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Putao

Putao is a small city in Myanmar (Kachin State) with a population of 10,000. The city sits at an elevation of 1,407 feet (429 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 150.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yangon.

Climate in Putao

Putao has an average annual temperature of 17.1°C (63°F). The hottest month is Aug (22.6°C), the coldest is Jan (9.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1462 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 9.7°C / 50°F 2.2° / 19.6° 21.4
Feb 11.2°C / 52°F 3.1° / 21.6° 69.9
Mar 15°C / 59°F 5.1° / 26.1° 83.1
Apr 17.6°C / 64°F 9° / 27.9° 157.7
May 20.4°C / 69°F 11.9° / 30.4° 148.0
Jun 22.2°C / 72°F 15.7° / 30.5° 251.2
Jul 22.3°C / 72°F 17.6° / 29.5° 253.8
Aug 22.6°C / 73°F 17.6° / 29.5° 172.1
Sep 21.3°C / 70°F 15.8° / 28.5° 132.7
Oct 18.3°C / 65°F 10.6° / 26.9° 135.0
Nov 14.1°C / 57°F 6.1° / 22.7° 15.8
Dec 10.9°C / 52°F 3.9° / 20° 21.4
Putao enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 194 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 150.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,407 feet.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average68.9°F
28% above Myanmar avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days194 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)
Area3,054.7 sq mi (7,911.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates27.3526°N, 97.4004°W
TimezoneAsia/Yangon

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 150.2"
295% above Myanmar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 37.48"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

96 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.5 on Jul 1, 2025.

Jun 7, 2000 83 km NNE of Sarupathar, India M6.3 58 km
Apr 6, 1994 6 km ESE of Sarupathar, India M5.9 140 km
Apr 5, 2024 33 km NNE of Sarupathar, India M5.7 107 km
Dec 12, 1995 52 km ESE of Khonsa, India M5.1 144 km
Jun 8, 2000 47 km NNE of Sarupathar, India M5.1 93 km
May 22, 2023 76 km NNE of Sarupathar, India M5.0 66 km
Feb 10, 2019 68 km SSE of Tezu, India M5.0 102 km
May 24, 2004 106 km NNE of Sarupathar, India M5.0 33 km
Aug 8, 2003 57 km NNE of Sarupathar, India M5.0 82 km
Apr 2, 2018 30 km NNE of Sarupathar, India M4.9 110 km
Jun 2, 2018 107 km SSE of Hayuliang, India M4.9 45 km
Mar 23, 1992 86 km NE of Sarupathar, India M4.9 63 km
Nov 21, 1991 60 km NW of Sarupathar, India M4.9 123 km
Jun 14, 2020 55 km NNE of Sarupathar, India M4.8 85 km
Jun 15, 2021 53 km NNE of Sarupathar, India M4.8 87 km
Apr 6, 1994 6 km WNW of Sarupathar, India M4.7 140 km
Sep 1, 1993 83 km SE of Hayuliang, India M4.7 33 km
Jun 28, 2004 51 km NW of Sarupathar, India M4.7 130 km
Nov 3, 1990 60 km SSE of Hayuliang, India M4.7 68 km
Mar 12, 2008 104 km N of Sarupathar, India M4.7 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 57°F (14°C) 1.7 in
March 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
April 69°F (21°C) 5.8 in
May 75°F (24°C) 7.0 in
June 76°F (24°C) 27.6 in
July 78°F (25°C) 37.5 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 34.1 in Warmest
September 77°F (25°C) 23.4 in
October 73°F (23°C) 7.7 in
November 65°F (18°C) 1.0 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in

Putao has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 55°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 150.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (37.5") and January the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Putao

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
TTC School
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Radio Stations near Putao

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Farmers Markets in Putao

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Putao Airport Market
ပူတာအိုစျေး

Hotels in Putao

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Htawan Razi Inn
Snowland Hotel

Restaurants in Putao

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Htawan Razi Restaurant
Kham Su Ko Restaurant

Airports Near Putao

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Putao AirportPBUMedium Airport
Naungmom AirportSmall Airport
Vijaynagar Advanced Landing GroundSmall Airport

Post Offices in Putao

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Putao Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Putao

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of Christ
Kaung Mu Pann Serk Pagoda

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 Putao

What is the population of Putao?

Putao has a population of 10,000 residents and is located in Myanmar. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 3,054.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Putao?

Putao enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 194 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 150.2 inches.

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