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Semporna, Malaysia
Sabah · Malaysia
Semporna is a mid-size city in Sabah, Malaysia with a population of 62,641. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Semporna
Semporna is the capital of the Semporna District in the Tawau Division of Sabah, Malaysia. Its population was estimated to be around 35,301 in 2010.
People
Climate
| Population | 62,641 |
| Population Density | 95 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.4818°, 118.6112° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Sabah |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.5 inches (2,018 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Semporna
Semporna is a mid-size city in Malaysia (Sabah) with a population of 62,641. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.
Climate in Semporna
Semporna has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (28.8°C), the coldest is Jan (27.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2351 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 192 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 661.9 sq mi (1,714.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 95/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.4818°N, 118.6112°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 7.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | Driest |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 7.7 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 7.6 in |
Semporna has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 80°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 79.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (8.0") and September the driest (5.0").
Schools in Semporna
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Pulau Bait | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Pulau Larapan | — | — | — | — |
| Maktab Rendah Sains Mara Semporna | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Pekan Semporna | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Nyuk Hwa | — | — | — | — |
| SMK Datuk Panglima Abdullah | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Semporna
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Semporna
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galeri Warisan Semporna | ||||
| Muzium Tun Sakaran |
Libraries in Semporna
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan Negeri Sabah Cawangan Semporna | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Semporna
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SINGGAH SINI SANTAI SENI - S4- PASAR MALAM - ATOK UKUNG (weekend evening market) |
Hotels in Semporna
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Semporna
24 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Semporna
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Semporna
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Semporna
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Semporna
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Semporna
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lahad Datu Airport | LDU | Medium Airport |
| Tawau Airport | TWU | Medium Airport |
| Sahabat [Sahabat 16] Airport | SXS | Small Airport |
| Semporna Airport | SMM | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Semporna
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Semporna Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Semporna
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gereja Anglikan St. Matthew | |
| Masjid Pekan Semporna | |
| Masjid Sri Melanu | |
| Persatuan Buddhist Semporna | |
| St. Jude's Catholic Church | |
| Tokong Sam Shen |
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What is the population of Semporna?
Semporna has a population of 62,641 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 95 people per square mile, spread across 661.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Semporna?
Semporna has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 192 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.5 inches.