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Ranau, Malaysia
Sabah · Malaysia
Ranau is a small city in Sabah, Malaysia with a population of 19,294. Elevation: 1,870 ft (570 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
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About Ranau
Ranau Town is the capital of the Ranau District in the West Coast Division of Sabah, Malaysia. Its population was estimated to be around 87,500 in 2023.
People
Climate
| Population | 19,294 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,870 ft (570 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.9538°, 116.6641° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Sabah |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 88.9 inches (2,259 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ranau
Ranau is a small city in Malaysia (Sabah) with a population of 19,294. The city sits at an elevation of 1,870 feet (570 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.
Climate in Ranau
Ranau has an average annual temperature of 23.9°C (75°F). The hottest month is May (24.8°C), the coldest is Feb (23.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 3119 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.2°F |
| 34% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 175 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,870 ft (570 m) |
| Area | 1,739.6 sq mi (4,505.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.9538°N, 116.6641°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 7.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 5.3 in | Driest |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 6.2 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 9.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 8.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 6.4 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 6.6 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 8.0 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 9.0 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 8.8 in |
Ranau has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 71°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 88.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (9.3") and March the driest (5.3").
Schools in Ranau
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maktab Rendah Sains MARA Ranau | — | — | — | — |
| SMKA MOHAMAD ALI RANAU, SABAH | — | — | — | — |
| SK Nampasan, Ranau | — | — | — | — |
| SK Pekan Ranau | — | — | — | — |
| SMK Mat Salleh | — | — | — | — |
| SJK (C) Pai Wen | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan St. Benedict | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Ranau | — | — | — | — |
| S.K Kilimu | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Lohan | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Pekan 2 Ranau | — | — | — | — |
| SMK Kundasang Ranau, Sabah | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ranau
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Ranau
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranau Branch Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ranau
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kedai Runcit Sinurambi | |||||
| Pasar Terbuka Pekan Ranau | |||||
| Ranau Night Market | |||||
| Yuhe Bazaar (Pasar Besar Ranau) |
Hotels in Ranau
10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ranau
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ranau
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Ranau
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ranau
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ranau
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ranau
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ranau
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Ranau
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ranau
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Kinabalu International Airport | BKI | Large Airport |
| Keningau Airport | KGU | Small Airport |
| Kota Belud Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marak Parak Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Meridi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nangoh Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pamol Airport | PAY | Small Airport |
| Ranau Airport | RNU | Small Airport |
| Telupid Airport | TEL | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ranau
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Pejabat Pos Ranau |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Ranau
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Kinabalu Park |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ranau
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Basel Christian Church of Malaysia Ranau | |
| Dewan Perjumpaan Saksi-Saksi Yehuwa, Ranau | |
| Gereja SIB Sarapong | |
| Gereja Sidang Injil Borneo Pekan Ranau | |
| Gunung Rosary | |
| Masjid Ar-Rahman | |
| St Bede's Catholic Church | |
| St Paul of Tarsus Chapel | |
| St. Padre Pio | |
| St. Peter Claver's Catholic Church | |
| Surau | |
| 華山聖祖宮 |
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Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Ranau
Frequently Asked Questions About Ranau
What is the population of Ranau?
Ranau has a population of 19,294 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 1,739.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ranau?
Ranau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 175 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.9 inches.