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Tachilek, Myanmar
Shan State · Myanmar
Tachilek is a mid-size city in Shan State, Myanmar with a population of 51,553. Elevation: 1,319 ft (402 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About Tachilek
Tachileik is a border town in Shan State of eastern Myanmar. It is the administrative seat of Tachileik Township and Tachileik District and most populated city in eastern Shan State with 51,553 residents per 2014 census count, ahead of Kyaing Tong, but only 4th statewide. It faces Mae Sai in Thailand, and is home to one of Myanmar's seven official border trade posts with Thailand.
People
Climate
| Population | 51,553 |
| Population Density | 173 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,319 ft (402 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.4475°, 99.8808° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yangon |
| Country | 🇲🇲 Myanmar |
| State / Province | Shan State |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.8 inches (1,797 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tachilek
Tachilek is a mid-size city in Myanmar (Shan State) with a population of 51,553. The city sits at an elevation of 1,319 feet (402 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yangon.
Climate in Tachilek
Tachilek has an average annual temperature of 23.5°C (74°F). The hottest month is May (27.3°C), the coldest is Jan (18.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1285 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.0°F |
| 43% above Myanmar avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 215 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,319 ft (402 m) |
| Area | 298.4 sq mi (772.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 173/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.4475°N, 99.8808°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yangon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 8.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.7 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 14.2 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 15.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 0.7 in |
Tachilek has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 68°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 70.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (15.4") and January the driest (0.3").
Schools in Tachilek
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BEHS Sansai | — | — | — | — |
| NIEC International School | — | — | — | — |
| KMD Tachileik Computer Centre | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Tachilek
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chiang Saen National Museum | ||||
| Doi Tung Royal Villa | ||||
| House of Opium | ||||
| Khun Sa Old Camp | ||||
| Museum of drugs | ||||
| The Hall of Opium |
Farmers Markets in Tachilek
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ban Tham Food Market | |||||
| Ban Tham Morning Market | |||||
| Covered Market | |||||
| Covered Market | |||||
| Doi Tung Hill Tribe Market | |||||
| Jinwan Building Materials Center | |||||
| Maekhum Market | |||||
| Marketplace | |||||
| Mueang Daeng Fresh Market | |||||
| Myanmar Market | |||||
| Starlight Night Market | |||||
| Tar Lot Market | |||||
| Thai Thong Food Market | |||||
| ตลาดดอยเวา | |||||
| ຕະຫຼາດກະສິກໍາເຟີຍຊາງ 菲尚农贸市场 |
Hotels in Tachilek
14 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tachilek
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tachilek
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Tachilek
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tachilek
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Tachilek
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tachilek
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tachilek
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Tachilek
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tachilek
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tachilek
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport | CEI | Large Airport |
| Bokeo International Airport | BOR | Medium Airport |
| Mong Hsat Airport | MOG | Medium Airport |
| Tachileik Airport | THL | Medium Airport |
| Ban Huoeisay Airport | HOE | Small Airport |
| Mong Hpayak Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tachilek
20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| animal temple | |
| Chinese Buddhist Temple | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah witnesses (Tachileik Congregation) | |
| Mahabodi Vipassana meditation centre | |
| NgweTaungOo Monastery | |
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| PongHtoon High School | |
| Tachileik Shwedagon Pagoda | |
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| သာသနာ႔ ေ၀ပုလႅလြမ္းမိုးေတာရေက်ာင္းတိုက္ |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Tachilek
16 places within 15 km
- • Liangpha Cave
- • Naga Cave
- • Phayanak Cave
- • Tam Goo Gcaw
- • ถ้ำหลวง
- • ดอยตุง
- • ดอยตุง
- • ดอยนางนอน
- • Ban Pha Hee
- • Ban Pha Hee
- • Ban Pha Hee
- • Doi Tung Pass
- • Sunset terrace
- + 3 more
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Tachilek
What is the population of Tachilek?
Tachilek has a population of 51,553 residents and is located in Myanmar. The population density is 173 people per square mile, spread across 298.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tachilek?
Tachilek has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.8 inches.