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Selangau, Malaysia
Sarawak · Malaysia
Selangau is a small city in Sarawak, Malaysia with a population of 19,844. Elevation: 315 ft (96 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Selangau
Selangau, Sarawak, is a small town located by the Pan Borneo Highway. It is also located by Batang Mukah, a river which flows to the South China Sea. It is located approximately 74 km (46 mi) from Sibu city, 84 km (52 mi) from Mukah town and 134 km (83 mi) from Bintulu town. Selangau town is the administrative centre for the Selangau District.
People
Climate
| Population | 19,844 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 315 ft (96 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.5248°, 112.3254° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Sarawak |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 137.0 inches (3,480 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Selangau
Selangau is a small city in Malaysia (Sarawak) with a population of 19,844. The city sits at an elevation of 315 feet (96 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 137.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.
Climate in Selangau
Selangau has an average annual temperature of 25.9°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (26.5°C), the coldest is Jan (25.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 3780 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.9°F |
| 48% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 109 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 315 ft (96 m) |
| Area | 1,870.9 sq mi (4,845.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.5248°N, 112.3254°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 18.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 14.3 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 12.6 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | Driest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 10.5 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 17.0 in |
Selangau has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 137.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (18.6") and July the driest (6.9").
Schools in Selangau
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sekolah Kebangsaan SLDB No. 1 | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Selangau
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan Awam Selangau | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Selangau
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasar Tamu Selangau |
Hotels in Selangau
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Selangau
16 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Selangau
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Selangau
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Selangau
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bintulu Airport | BTU | Medium Airport |
| Mukah Airport | MKM | Medium Airport |
| Sibu Airport | SBW | Medium Airport |
| Kapit Airport | KPI | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Selangau
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Selangau Preaching Centre (SCAC) | |
| St Charles Catholic Church |
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What is the population of Selangau?
Selangau has a population of 19,844 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 1,870.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Selangau?
Selangau 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 80°F in July. The area receives 109 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 137.0 inches.