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Sakon Nakhon, Thailand
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Sakon Nakhon is a mid-size city in Sakon Nakhon, Thailand with a population of 76,237. Elevation: 541 ft (165 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sakon Nakhon
Sakon Nakhon is a city in Thailand within the Isan region, and capital city of Sakon Nakhon Province as well as Mueang Sakon Nakhon District, with a population of approximately 76,000. Sakon Nakhon covers the whole tambon of That Choeng Chum and parts of tambons Ngio Don, Huai Yang, Dong Mafai, That Na Weng and Hang Hong. Sakon Nakhon is 651 km (405 mi) north-east of Bangkok by road.
People
Climate
| Population | 76,237 |
| Population Density | 3,620 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.1612°, 104.1473° |
| Timezone | Asia/Bangkok |
| Country | 🇹🇭 Thailand |
| State / Province | Sakon Nakhon |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.3 inches (1,507 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sakon Nakhon
Sakon Nakhon is a mid-size city in Thailand (Sakon Nakhon) with a population of 76,237. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet (165 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Bangkok.
Climate in Sakon Nakhon
Sakon Nakhon has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.6°F |
| 46% above Thailand avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 231 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
| Area | 21.1 sq mi (54.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,620/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.1612°N, 104.1473°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Bangkok |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 8.2 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 10.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 9.8 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 13.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
Sakon Nakhon has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 70°F in December to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 59.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (13.9") and January the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Sakon Nakhon
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Builging7 Faculty of Science and Technology | University | — | — |
| Sakon Nakhon Rajabhat University | University | — | — |
Schools in Sakon Nakhon
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thetsabarn 2 Sakonakhon School | — | — | — | — |
| โรงเรียนสกลราชวิทยานุกูล | — | — | — | — |
| โรงเรียนมัธยมศึกษาเทศบาล3 ยุติธรรมวิทยา | — | — | — | — |
| โรงเรียนอนุบาลสกลนคร | — | — | — | — |
| โรงเรียนเชิงชุมราชนุกูล | — | — | — | — |
| โรงเรียนเทศบาล 4 รัฐประชานุเคราะห์ | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sakon Nakhon
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Sakon Nakhon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Achan Man Phurithatto Museum | ||||
| Luang Pu Lui Chanthasaro Museum | ||||
| Phu Phan Museum |
Farmers Markets in Sakon Nakhon
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2Bhaesaj Drug Store | |||||
| Mini Big C | |||||
| Sakon Nakhon Walking Street, Saturday & Sunday Nights | |||||
| To Charoen Si Night Market |
Hotels in Sakon Nakhon
25 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sakon Nakhon
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sakon Nakhon
13 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sakon Nakhon
12 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sakon Nakhon
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sakon Nakhon
27 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sakon Nakhon
7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Sakon Nakhon
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sakon Nakhon
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nakhon Phanom Airport | KOP | Medium Airport |
| Sakon Nakhon Airport | SNO | Medium Airport |
| Savannakhet Airport | ZVK | Medium Airport |
| Bird's Paradise Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Seri Thai Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Thakhek Airport | THK | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sakon Nakhon
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Sakon Nakhon Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sakon Nakhon
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chao Pho Mahesak Shrine | |
| Gateway of Sakon Nakhon | |
| Nua Temple | |
| Pa Sutthawas Temple | |
| Pho Chai Temple | |
| Pho Chai Temple | |
| Saphan Kham Temple | |
| Si Phon Muang Temple | |
| wat | |
| Wat Chaeng Saeng Arun | |
| Wat Pa Phuthon Phithak | |
| Wat Pa Suthawat | |
| Wat Phra Thad Chaeng Chum Worawihan Temple | |
| Wat Phra That Dum | |
| Wat Phra That Narai Cheng Weng | |
| สำนักงานเทศกิจเทศบาลเมืองสกลนคร |
Explore Near Sakon Nakhon
Quick Facts
Around Sakon Nakhon
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Sakon Nakhon
7 places within 15 km
- • Phra That Dum
- • พระธาตุดุม
- • พระธาตุนารายณ์เจงเวง
- • Famous Curves
- • Phayanak Ongdam
- • คูสูดละเบ๋อ เทศบาลนครสกลนคร
- • จุดชมวิวหนองหาร
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What is the population of Sakon Nakhon?
Sakon Nakhon has a population of 76,237 residents and is located in Thailand. The population density is 3,620 people per square mile, spread across 21.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sakon Nakhon?
Sakon Nakhon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.3 inches.