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Tambunan, Malaysia
Sabah · Malaysia
Tambunan is a small city in Sabah, Malaysia with a population of 29,294. Elevation: 2,067 ft (630 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 29,294 |
| Population Density | 51 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,067 ft (630 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.7167°, 116.4000° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Sabah |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 85.7 inches (2,176 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tambunan
Tambunan is a small city in Malaysia (Sabah) with a population of 29,294. The city sits at an elevation of 2,067 feet (630 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.
Climate in Tambunan
Tambunan has an average annual temperature of 23.6°C (74°F). The hottest month is May (24.4°C), the coldest is Jan (23.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2815 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.1°F |
| 32% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 181 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,067 ft (630 m) |
| Area | 576.9 sq mi (1,494.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 51/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.7167°N, 116.4000°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 6.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 4.7 in | Driest |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 6.6 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 9.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 8.1 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 6.3 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 6.5 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 7.9 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 8.8 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 7.8 in |
Tambunan has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 70°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 85.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (9.4") and February the driest (4.7").
Schools in Tambunan
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SK Kinabaan | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Tambunan | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Yuh Min | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Nambayan | — | — | — | — |
| SK Pekan | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Nambayan | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Agama Tambunan | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Rendah Kebangsaan St. Theresa Tambunan | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Kipaku Tambunan | — | — | — | — |
| SK KINABAAN | — | — | — | — |
| SK Ragkam | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tambunan
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Tambunan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kipandi Park |
Libraries in Tambunan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan Negeri Sabah Cawangan Tambunan | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tambunan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasar Besar | |||||
| Pasar IKS Tambunan | |||||
| Pasar Malam Tambunan | |||||
| PASAR NAMBAYAN |
Hotels in Tambunan
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tambunan
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tambunan
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Tambunan
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tambunan
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tambunan
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tambunan
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tambunan
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Tambunan
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tambunan
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Kinabalu International Airport | BKI | Large Airport |
| Keningau Airport | KGU | Small Airport |
| Kota Belud Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kuala Kahaba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marak Parak Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Meridi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pandewan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ranau Airport | RNU | Small Airport |
| Sook Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Telupid Airport | TEL | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tambunan
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Pejabat Pos Tambunan |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tambunan
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gereja Katolik St. Theresa Tambunan | |
| Masjid Nurul Iman Tambunan | |
| SIB |
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What is the population of Tambunan?
Tambunan has a population of 29,294 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 576.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tambunan?
Tambunan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 181 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.7 inches.