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Putatan, Malaysia
Sabah · Malaysia
Putatan is a mid-size city in Sabah, Malaysia with a population of 78,340. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Putatan
Putatan is a municipality in the capital of the Putatan district in the West Coast Division of Sabah, Malaysia. Its population was estimated to be around 100,000 in 2021. It is one of the satellite town of Kota Kinabalu metropolitan area together with neighbouring Petagas town. Putatan railway station is one of the stops for Sabah State Railway. Previously INTI College Sabah Campus had its main campus for Sabah in Putatan town, but this has now moved to Tuaran.
People
Climate
| Population | 78,340 |
| Population Density | 247 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.9258°, 116.0609° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Sabah |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 100.3 inches (2,547 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Putatan
Putatan is a mid-size city in Malaysia (Sabah) with a population of 78,340. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 100.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.
Climate in Putatan
Putatan has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Feb (27.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2726 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.3°F |
| 49% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 154 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 316.7 sq mi (820.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 247/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.9258°N, 116.0609°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 10.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 10.4 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 10.3 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 12.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 10.8 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 9.6 in |
Putatan has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 100.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.1") and March the driest (3.2").
Schools in Putatan
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SM La Salle Student Activity Centre | - | - | - | - |
| SMJK Tinggi Kota Kinabalu 亚庇中学 | - | - | - | - |
| GiatMara | - | - | - | - |
| SM La Salle (Senior Campus) | - | - | - | - |
| SM Stella Maris (M) | - | - | - | - |
| SM La Salle (Junior Campus) | - | - | - | - |
| Kota Kinabalu High School | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Kepayan | - | - | - | - |
| SJK(C) Shan Tao | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Tanjung Aru 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Tanjung Aru II | - | - | - | - |
| SMK La Salle | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Putatan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Six Gallery | ||||
| Ecogarden | ||||
| Kipandi Park | ||||
| Lingzhi Museum | ||||
| Mari Mari Cultural Village | ||||
| Sabah Islamic Civilization Museum | ||||
| Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village | ||||
| Sabah State Museum. Teknologi |
Libraries in Putatan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brother Brendan Dunne Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Brother Brendan Dunne Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Datuk Wilfred M. Bumburing Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Datuk Wilfred M. Bumburing Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka | 0.0 | |||||
| Donggongon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Junior Campus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Junior Campus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sabah State Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UMS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UMS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UMS Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Putatan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anjung Kinabalu | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Fruit Market | |||||
| Gaya Street Sunday Market | |||||
| Gaya Street Sunday Market | |||||
| Gerai Kelapa Bakar (Jalan Sulaman) | |||||
| kedai runcit | |||||
| Kepayan Square | |||||
| Lian Hock Shop | |||||
| Nga Yen Store | |||||
| Night Market Area | |||||
| Pasar Pekan Tanjung Aru | |||||
| Pasar Pemborong Sayur | |||||
| Pasar Sembang Kota Kinabalu | |||||
| Pasar Sembulan | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Tamu Ikan Putatan | |||||
| Tamu Kinarut | |||||
| Tamu Putatan | |||||
| Tamu Putatan | |||||
| Tamu Putatan | |||||
| Terus Maju |
Hotels in Putatan
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Putatan
70 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Putatan
17 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Putatan
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Putatan
6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Putatan
4 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Putatan
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Putatan
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Putatan
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Putatan
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Putatan
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Putatan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Putatan
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Kinabalu International Airport | BKI | Large Airport |
| Keningau Airport | KGU | Small Airport |
| Kota Belud Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kuala Penyu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marak Parak Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ranau Airport | RNU | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Putatan
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Basel Christian Church of Malaysia, Penampang | |
| BCCM Rainfield 巴色会雨田堂 | |
| Calvary Charismatic Church | |
| Dewan Perjumpaan Saksi-Saksi Yehuwa, Penampang | |
| K.K. Bread of Life 亚庇会粮堂 | |
| Our Lady Queen of Peace | |
| Persatuan Jeng Yih Tian Daw, Sabah | |
| Persatuan Penganut Dewa Kwan Sheng Tee Chuen | |
| RTM Mosque | |
| SIB Eden | |
| Skyline SIB | |
| Surau IPD Kota Kinabalu | |
| True Jesus Church Penampang |
Quick Facts
Around Putatan
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Putatan
19 places within 15 km
- • UMS Aquarium & Marine Museum
- • Pantai Likas
- • Pantai Pulau Mamutik
- • Pantai UMS
- • Cave of Japanese Era
- • Japanese WWII Tunnel Entrance North
- • Japanese WWII Tunnel Entrance South
- • Rumah Api Pulau Gaya
- • Bukit Gaya
- • Bukit Padang
- • Kopungit
- • Signal Hill
- • Universiti Malaysia Sabah Peak
- • Green Nature hydroponic
- • Point E
- • Signal Hill Observatory Tower
- • Stone boardwalk sunset viewpoint
- • Sunset
- • Lok Kawi Wildlife Park
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What is the population of Putatan?
Putatan has a population of 78,340 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 247 people per square mile, spread across 316.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Putatan?
Putatan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 154 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 100.3 inches.