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Sitiawan, Malaysia
Perak · Malaysia
Sitiawan is a large city in Perak, Malaysia with a population of 156,234. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sitiawan
Sitiawan (alternate spelling: Setiawan; origin: from Malay, a portmanteau of Setia Kawan, meaning "Loyal Friend") is a mukim and town in Manjung District, Perak, Malaysia.
People
Climate
| Population | 156,234 |
| Population Density | 492 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.2168°, 100.6996° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Perak |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 81.8 inches (2,078 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sitiawan
Sitiawan is a large city in Malaysia (Perak) with a population of 156,234. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 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 81.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuala_Lumpur.
Climate in Sitiawan
Sitiawan has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.6°C), the coldest is Dec (27.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1844 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 188 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 317.6 sq mi (822.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 492/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.2168°N, 100.6996°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 8.2 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 9.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 10.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 8.9 in |
Sitiawan has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 80°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 81.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.4") and June the driest (3.7").
Colleges & Universities in Sitiawan
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bestskill College Sitiawan | College | - | , |
| GIATMARA Lumut | College | - | , |
| IKM Lumut | College | - | , |
| Institut Delta | College | - | , |
| Kolej Kejururawatan Seri Manjung | College | - | , |
| Kolej Komuniti Manjung | College | - | , |
| Kolej Perikanan Malaysia Lumut | College | - | , |
| Seri Manjung Vocational College | College | - | , |
| Universiti Kuala Lumpur Malaysian Institute of Marine Engineering Technology | University | - | , |
Schools in Sitiawan
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMJK Nan Hwa | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Batu 10 Lekir | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Chinese National | - | - | - | - |
| SJK (C) Pekan Gurney | - | - | - | - |
| SK Sungai Wangi | - | - | - | - |
| Nan Hwa High School | - | - | - | - |
| SJK (C) Kur Seng | - | - | - | - |
| SK Sitiawan | - | - | - | - |
| SRAR Al-Khairiah | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Convent Sitiawan | - | - | - | - |
| SK St Francis | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Rendah Islam Al-Ummah | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Methodist (ACS) Sitiawan | - | - | - | - |
| SK Gugusan Lekir | - | - | - | - |
| SJK (C) Chien Hua | - | - | - | - |
| SJK (C) Chung Cheng 实兆远中正华小 | - | - | - | - |
| SMK Tok Perdana | - | - | - | - |
| SK Seri Selamat | - | - | - | - |
| SJK (T) Maha Ganesa Viddyasalai | - | - | - | - |
| SMK Ahmad Boestamam | - | - | - | - |
| SJK (C) Uk Dih 甘文阁育智华小 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sitiawan
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Sitiawan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasir Salak Historical Complex | ||||
| Sitiawan Settlement Museum |
Libraries in Sitiawan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan Desa | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Kampung Dato' Seri Kamaruddin | 0.0 | |||||
| Pulau Pangkor Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sitiawan Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sitiawan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasar Awam Kampung Koh | |||||
| Pasar Awam Pekan Gurney | |||||
| Pasar Awam Seri Manjung | |||||
| Pasar Awam Simpang Dua | |||||
| Pasar Tani Kekal Lekir |
Hotels in Sitiawan
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sitiawan
19 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sitiawan
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Sitiawan
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sitiawan
6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sitiawan
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sitiawan
16 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sitiawan
9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sitiawan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sitiawan
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sultan Azlan Shah Airport | IPH | Large Airport |
| Bidor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cameron Highlands Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jendarata Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pulau Pangkor Airport | PKG | Small Airport |
| Sitiawan Airport | SWY | Small Airport |
| Taiping (Tekah) Airport | TPG | Small Airport |
| Ulu Bernam Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sitiawan
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PosLaju | |
| Sitiawan Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sitiawan
22 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Sitiawan | |
| Church of St. Francis De Sales | |
| Grace Methodist Church | |
| Gurdwara Sahib Sitiawan | |
| Kew Ong Yah Temple | |
| Kuil Sri Subramaniyar | |
| Masjid Al-Khairiah | |
| Masjid Al-Muttaqin | |
| Masjid An-Nasriyah | |
| Masjid Ar-Rahmaniah | |
| Masjid Ar-Raudhah | |
| Pioneer United Methodist Church | |
| Simpang Ampat Chinese Methodist Church | |
| Sitiawan Tamil Methodist Church | |
| Surau Al-Azim | |
| Surau Al-Ittihad | |
| Surau Al-Muafiqiyyah | |
| Surau Nurul Hasanah | |
| Surau Nurul Iman | |
| Trinity Methodist Church |
Quick Facts
Around Sitiawan
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Sitiawan
10 places within 15 km
- • Pantai Teluk Batik
- • Bukit 300
- • Bukit Batu Tiga
- • Bukit Batu Undan
- • Bukit Engku Busu
- • Bukit Kepiah
- + 3 more
- • Kota Belanda
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Sitiawan
What is the population of Sitiawan?
Sitiawan has a population of 156,234 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 492 people per square mile, spread across 317.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sitiawan?
Sitiawan 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 188 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.8 inches.