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Yala · Thailand
Yala is a mid-size city in Yala, Thailand with a population of 93,558. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Yala
Yala is a city and seat of Mueang Yala District and Yala Province of far southern Thailand. The provincial and district capital, it is 137 kilometres by road southeast of Hat Yai. The eastern part of the city is part of the neighboring tambon of Sateng Nok. As of 2019 the tambon had a total population of 60,617. It lies on the border with Pattani Province in the north of Yala Province. It lies on Thailand Route 4106, south of Khao Tum and north of Krong Pinang. Yala railway station is on the State Railway of Thailand Southern Line. Yala is approximately 1,100 km south of Bangkok.
People
Climate
| Population | 93,558 |
| Population Density | 12,746 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.5400°, 101.2813° |
| Timezone | Asia/Bangkok |
| Country | 🇹🇭 Thailand |
| State / Province | Yala |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.9 inches (1,877 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Yala
Yala is a mid-size city in Thailand (Yala) with a population of 93,558. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Bangkok.
Climate in Yala
Yala has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.4°C), the coldest is Jan (24.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2370 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.0°F |
| 50% above Thailand avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 7.3 sq mi (19.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 12,746/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.5400°N, 101.2813°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Bangkok |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 6.1 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 4.8 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 13.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 11.4 in | Coldest |
Yala has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in December to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 73.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (13.5") and February the driest (1.5").
Colleges & Universities in Yala
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yala Rajabhat University | University | - | , |
| มหาวิทยาลัยการกีฬาแห่งชาติ วิทยาเขตยะลา | University | - | , |
| วิทยาลัยเทคนิคยะลา | College | - | , |
Schools in Yala
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Islahiyah Yala | - | - | - | - |
| Maahad Albiisat Addiniah | - | - | - | - |
| Kanarasdornbumroong Yala school | - | - | - | - |
| Yala Provincial Office Of Learning Encouragement | - | - | - | - |
| Thesaban 1 (Bansateng) School | - | - | - | - |
| Ban Ton Son | - | - | - | - |
| โรงเรียนเทศบาล ๖ (วัดเมืองยะลา) | - | - | - | - |
| โรงเรียนเทศบาล ๒ (บ้านมาลายูบางกอก) | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Yala
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ตลาดสด |
Hotels in Yala
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Yala
18 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Yala
16 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Yala
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Yala
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Yala
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Yala
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Yala
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Yala
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Betong International Airport | BTZ | Medium Airport |
| Narathiwat Airport | NAW | Medium Airport |
| Pattani Airport | PAN | Medium Airport |
| Songkhla Airport | SGZ | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Yala
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| มัสยิดกลางจังหวัดยะลา | |
| วัดคูหาภิมุข | |
| วัดชมภูสถิต | |
| วัดพุทธภูมิ | |
| วัดเมืองยะลา | |
| วัดเวฬุวัน |
Quick Facts
Around Yala
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇹🇭 About Thailand
Frequently Asked Questions About Yala
What is the population of Yala?
Yala has a population of 93,558 residents and is located in Thailand. The population density is 12,746 people per square mile, spread across 7.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yala?
Yala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.9 inches.