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Sarikei, Malaysia
Sarawak · Malaysia
Sarikei is a mid-size city in Sarawak, Malaysia with a population of 44,039. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sarikei
Sarikei is a town, and the capital of Sarikei District in Sarikei Division, Sarawak, Malaysia. It is located on the Rajang River, near where the river empties into the South China Sea. The district population was 56,798.
People
Climate
| Population | 44,039 |
| Population Density | 116 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.1167°, 111.5167° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Sarawak |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 122.0 inches (3,098 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sarikei
Sarikei is a mid-size city in Malaysia (Sarawak) with a population of 44,039. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 122.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.
Climate in Sarikei
Sarikei has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (27.7°C), the coldest is Jan (26.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 3685 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 120 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 380.3 sq mi (985.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 116/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.1167°N, 111.5167°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 14.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 10.9 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | Driest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 10.1 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 11.0 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 14.2 in |
Sarikei has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 122.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (14.4") and July the driest (6.9").
Schools in Sarikei
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMK St Anthony | - | - | - | - |
| SJK C Kwang Chieng | - | - | - | - |
| SK Methodist Anglo-Chinese | - | - | - | - |
| SK St Anne | - | - | - | - |
| SJK (C) St Martin | - | - | - | - |
| SMK Bandar Sarikei | - | - | - | - |
| SK St Anne | - | - | - | - |
| Ming Lik Secondary School 泗里奎民立中学 | - | - | - | - |
| SMK Tinggi Sarikei | - | - | - | - |
| SK Abang Haji Matahir Sarikei | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Sarikei Baru | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Sarikei | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sarikei
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Sarikei
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jakar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Awam Bintangor | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sarikei
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bintangor Market | |||||
| Old Tamu Nyelong Night Market | |||||
| Pasar Sungai Rejang | |||||
| Pasar Tamu 2 Bintangor | |||||
| Pasar Tamu Bintangor | |||||
| Pusat Penjaja Sungai Sarikei | |||||
| Sarikei Central Market |
Hotels in Sarikei
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sarikei
22 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sarikei
16 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sarikei
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sarikei
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sarikei
10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sarikei
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sarikei
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sibu Airport | SBW | Medium Airport |
| Tanjung Manis Airport | TGC | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sarikei
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Pejabat Pos Sarikei |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sarikei
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hope Church Sarikei | |
| Masjid Al-Muttaqin | |
| Masjid Ar-Rahmah | |
| Methodist Town Church | |
| Ming Sing Tong Association | |
| St. Alban's Church | |
| St. Anthony Catholic Church | |
| Surau Darul Sa'adah | |
| Tong Lok Sia Association | |
| 三元社 |
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What is the population of Sarikei?
Sarikei has a population of 44,039 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 116 people per square mile, spread across 380.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sarikei?
Sarikei has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 120 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 122.0 inches.