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Sibu, Malaysia
Sarawak · Malaysia
Sibu is a large city in Sarawak, Malaysia with a population of 198,239. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sibu
Sibu is a city located in the central region of Sarawak, Malaysia. It serves as the capital of Sibu District within Sibu Division and is situated on the island of Borneo. Covering an area of 129.5 square kilometres (50.0 sq mi), the city is positioned at the confluence of the Rajang and Igan Rivers, approximately 60 kilometres from the South China Sea and 191.5 kilometres (119 mi) north-east of the state capital, Kuching.
People
Climate
| Population | 198,239 |
| Population Density | 62 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.3000°, 111.8167° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Sarawak |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 125.8 inches (3,196 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sibu
Sibu is a large city in Malaysia (Sarawak) with a population of 198,239. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 125.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.
Climate in Sibu
Sibu has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.4°C), the coldest is Jan (27.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 3581 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 117 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 3,196.2 sq mi (8,278.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 62/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.3000°N, 111.8167°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 15.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 12.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 11.5 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | Driest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 8.6 in | |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 10.4 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 11.0 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 14.7 in |
Sibu has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 125.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (15.6") and July the driest (6.7").
Colleges & Universities in Sibu
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kolej Ita | College | - | , |
| Kolej Komuniti Cawangan Sibu | College | - | , |
| Kolej Laila Taib | College | 1998 | Visit → |
| Kolej Vokasional Sibu | College | - | , |
| UNIMAS Sibu Campus | College | - | , |
| University of Technology Sarawak | University | 2013 | Visit → |
Schools in Sibu
29 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMK Sacred Heart | - | - | - | - |
| SJK (C) Kwong Hua | - | - | - | - |
| SMK Kwong Hua | - | - | - | - |
| SJK (C) Ing Guong, Engkilo | - | - | - | - |
| Ting Sing Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| SJK (C) Guong Ming, Sg. Bidut | - | - | - | - |
| Woodlands International School | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Menengah Wong Nai Siong | - | - | - | - |
| SK Bandaran No 2 | - | - | - | - |
| SJK (C) Su Lai | - | - | - | - |
| SMK BUKIT ASSEK | - | - | - | - |
| SMJK Chung Hua | - | - | - | - |
| Guong Ming Middle School | - | - | - | - |
| SK Deshon | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan St Elizabeth | - | - | - | - |
| School Like Castle | - | - | - | - |
| Chung Cheng Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kai Nang Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| SMK Methodist Sibu | - | - | - | - |
| Catholic High School | - | - | - | - |
| SMK Bukit Lima | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Sung Sang | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Pendidikan Khas Sibu | - | - | - | - |
| SRB Tung Hua | - | - | - | - |
| SMB Tung Hua | - | - | - | - |
| SJK (C) Do Nang, Engkilo | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Methodist | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Chung Hua | - | - | - | - |
| Kiang Hin Middle School 诗巫建兴中学 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sibu
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Sibu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lau King Howe Hospital Museum | ||||
| Methodist Heritage Gallery Sibu | ||||
| Sibu Heritage Centre | ||||
| World Fuzhou Heritage Gallery |
Libraries in Sibu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan Awam Bintangor | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Awam Sibu Jaya | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Jalan Keranji Sibu | 0.0 | |||||
| Sarawak Sibu State Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sibu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bintangor Market | |||||
| Cattle Market | |||||
| Cattle Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Pasar Tamu 2 Bintangor | |||||
| Pasar Tamu Bintangor | |||||
| Pasar Tamu Sibu Jaya | |||||
| Sibu Central Market | |||||
| SibuJaya Street Bazaar | |||||
| Tapak Pasar Malam Sibu |
Hotels in Sibu
21 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sibu
68 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sibu
41 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sibu
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sibu
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sibu
22 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sibu
17 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Sibu
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Sibu
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sibu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sibu
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mukah Airport | MKM | Medium Airport |
| Sibu Airport | SBW | Medium Airport |
| Tanjung Manis Airport | TGC | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sibu
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| J&T Express | |
| Pos Malaysia / Pos Laju |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sibu
46 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| An-Nur | |
| Ching Ang Methodist Church (SCAC) | |
| Ching Ang Methodist Church (SCAC) | |
| Fu Ling Methodist Church | |
| Fu Ling Methodist Church | |
| Gereja Methodist Bahagia | Kpg. Bahagia | |
| Gereja Methodist Bahagia | Kpg. Bahagia | |
| Gereja Methodist Chiew Cho | Ulu Sg. Merah | |
| Gereja Methodist Chiew Cho | Ulu Sg. Merah | |
| Gereja Methodist Ching Ing | Sg. Bidut | |
| Gereja Methodist Ching Ing | Sg. Bidut | |
| Gereja Methodist Guong Sieng | Teluk Bango | |
| Gereja Methodist Guong Sieng | Teluk Bango | |
| Gereja Methodist Ing Hock | |
| Gereja Methodist Ing Hock | |
| Gereja St. Teresa | |
| Gereja St. Teresa | |
| Glory House | |
| Glory House | |
| Hoover Mission House |
Quick Facts
Around Sibu
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Sibu
2 places within 15 km
- • Dataran Bandar Sibu phase 2
- • Tour Viewpoint
🇲🇾 About Malaysia
Frequently Asked Questions About Sibu
What is the population of Sibu?
Sibu has a population of 198,239 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 62 people per square mile, spread across 3,196.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sibu?
Sibu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 117 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 125.8 inches.