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Weather & Climate in Kalaw, Myanmar
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kalaw enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 226 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,341 feet.
Temperature
57°F Jan (14°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 66.3°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 226 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,341 ft (1,323 m) |
| Area | 298.0 sq mi (771.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 312/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.6346°N, 96.5645°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yangon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
85 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.7.
| Mar 28, 2025 | Burma (Myanmar) | M6.7 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2003 | 16 km SE of Taungdwingyi, Myanmar | M6.6 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Apr 13, 2025 | 41 km S of Kyaukse, Burma (Myanmar) | M5.3 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Oct 30, 2003 | 30 km SE of Taungdwingyi, Myanmar | M5.3 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Mar 29, 2025 | 8 km SW of Nay Pyi Taw, Burma (Myanmar) | M5.1 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Jan 23, 1995 | 27 km S of Pyinmana, Myanmar | M5.1 | 133 km | 33 km |
| May 17, 2025 | 22 km SSW of Kyaukse, Burma (Myanmar) | M5.1 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Sep 22, 2003 | 29 km SE of Taungdwingyi, Myanmar | M4.9 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Sep 25, 2003 | 14 km SSE of Taungdwingyi, Myanmar | M4.8 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Mar 28, 2025 | 29 km ESE of Taungdwingyi, Burma (Myanmar) | M4.8 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Mar 7, 2018 | 22 km WNW of Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar | M4.8 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Aug 8, 2004 | 16 km ESE of Taungdwingyi, Myanmar | M4.8 | 118 km | 38 km |
| Apr 1, 2025 | 35 km N of Nay Pyi Taw, Burma (Myanmar) | M4.8 | 81 km | 4 km |
| Feb 8, 2005 | 34 km SE of Taungdwingyi, Myanmar | M4.8 | 121 km | 16 km |
| Sep 22, 2003 | 36 km E of Taungdwingyi, Myanmar | M4.8 | 97 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2003 | 19 km S of Taungdwingyi, Myanmar | M4.7 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Apr 2, 2025 | 20 km E of Meiktila, Burma (Myanmar) | M4.7 | 61 km | 10 km |
| Oct 1, 2003 | 8 km SE of Taungdwingyi, Myanmar | M4.7 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Apr 13, 2025 | 20 km S of Taungdwingyi, Burma (Myanmar) | M4.7 | 141 km | 7 km |
| Apr 11, 2025 | 20 km ENE of Meiktila, Burma (Myanmar) | M4.7 | 66 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
3 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2010 | Giri | Category 1 | 81 mph | 246 km |
| 2006 | Mala | Category 1 | — | 262 km |
| 1992 | Forrest | Category 1 | — | 299 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Popa (140 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Popa | Stratovolcano | 1,518 m (4,980 ft) | -442 | 140 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 7.4 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 8.7 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 9.3 in | |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 10.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 10.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 8.1 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 58°F (15°C) | 0.6 in |
Kalaw has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 57°F in January to 73°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 60.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.8") and January the driest (0.2").