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Gambang, Malaysia

Pahang · Malaysia

Gambang is a small town in Pahang, Malaysia with a population of 1,013. Elevation: 151 ft (46 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,013 Population 1/sq mi density
151 ft Elevation 46 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
112.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kuala Lumpur Timezone

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About Gambang

Gambang

Gambang is a town in Kuantan District, Pahang, Malaysia. It is located at a junction between Federal Route 2, MEC Highway and Tun Razak Highway. The Malaysia Electric Corporation (MEC) town and electrical appliances manufacturing factory is located here. It is accessible via the Gambang Interchange of the East Coast Expressway (ECE) East Coast Expressway.

People

Population1,013
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain112.6 in/yr
Sunny Days148/yr
Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Population1,013
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Coordinates3.7068°, 103.1002°
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvincePahang
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation112.6 inches (2,860 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Gambang

Gambang is a small town in Malaysia (Pahang) with a population of 1,013. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet (46 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 112.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuala_Lumpur.

Climate in Gambang

Gambang has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Jan (26.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2997 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.4°C / 80°F 22.9° / 29.8° 322.4
Feb 26.9°C / 80°F 22.8° / 31° 146.9
Mar 27.8°C / 82°F 23.5° / 32.1° 163.6
Apr 28.6°C / 83°F 24.1° / 33.2° 137.7
May 29°C / 84°F 24.4° / 33.5° 181.6
Jun 28.6°C / 83°F 24.1° / 33.1° 158.3
Jul 28.4°C / 83°F 23.9° / 32.8° 143.9
Aug 28.4°C / 83°F 23.8° / 32.9° 205.3
Sep 28.2°C / 83°F 23.7° / 32.7° 180.5
Oct 28°C / 82°F 23.6° / 32.3° 270.9
Nov 27.3°C / 81°F 23.6° / 31° 372.7
Dec 26.4°C / 80°F 23.2° / 29.7° 712.7
Gambang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 148 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 112.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.5°F
45% above Malaysia avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days148 days/yr

Geography

Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Area1,365.7 sq mi (3,537.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates3.7068°N, 103.1002°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 112.6"
196% above Malaysia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 20.63"
Driest Month (Jul) 5.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 23, 2025.

Aug 23, 2025 13 km ESE of Segamat, Malaysia M4.0 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1.

Year Name Category Closest
2001 Vamei Category 1 285 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 12.2 in Coldest
February 78°F (25°C) 6.7 in
March 79°F (26°C) 7.6 in
April 80°F (27°C) 7.4 in
May 80°F (27°C) 7.8 in Warmest
June 80°F (26°C) 5.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 5.6 in Driest
August 79°F (26°C) 6.7 in
September 79°F (26°C) 8.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 10.2 in
November 78°F (26°C) 13.8 in
December 77°F (25°C) 20.6 in Wettest

Gambang has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 76°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 112.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (20.6") and July the driest (5.6").

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Radio Stations near Gambang

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Pahang FM AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Gambang

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Galeri Tenun Bandar
Pahang Arts Museum
Petrosains Playsmart Kuantan
Sungai Lembing Museum
Tunku Azizah Museum

Libraries in Gambang

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dar al-Hikmah Library CFS-IIUM0.0
Pahang Public Library0.0
Perpustakaan0.0
Perpustakaan Indera Mahkota0.0

Farmers Markets in Gambang

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Pasar Besar Kuantan
Pasar Malam IM 1
Pasar Malam Indera Mahkota 14
Pasar Segar Serambi Teruntum
Pasar Sg Lembing
Pasar Taman Tas
Tapak Bazar Ramadan Taman Tas

Hotels in Gambang

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Gambang Selesa View
OYO 712 Hotel Corridor

Restaurants in Gambang

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fuziah Restaurant - Gambang Plus
Nasi Kukus Mama Gambang
Restoran Ammar Tomyam
Restoran Hijau

Cafes in Gambang

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

He & She Coffee
Watak Kopi

Monuments in Gambang

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CFS-IIUM Fountain

Theme Parks in Gambang

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bukit Gambang Resort City

Clinics in Gambang

4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CFS-IIUM Sejahtera Clinic
Gambang Makmur Dialysis
Pusat Dialisis MUIP Gambang
UMP Clinic

Gas Stations in Gambang

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
FIVE Petrol Station
MY #859382461
Petron
Petron
Petron
Petronas

Stadiums & Teams in Gambang

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gambang

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kuantan AirportKUAMedium Airport
Semantan AirportSmall Airport
Sungai Tiang AirportSXTSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gambang

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Arulmigu Maha Mariamman Hindu Temple
CFS Mosque
Persatuan Penganut Ajaran Tao Kuan Ti Kuantan
Surau Hentian Gambang

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur

🇲🇾 About Malaysia

Capital Kuala Lumpur
Population 31,528,585
Area 329,750 km²
GDP (USD) $399,949,418,753
GDP per capita $11,386
HDI 0.807
Life expectancy 76.7 years
Internet users 97.7%
Urban population 76.4%
Currency MYR (Ringgit)
Languages English, Malay
Calling code +60
TLD .my
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gambang

What is the population of Gambang?

Gambang has a population of 1,013 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,365.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gambang?

Gambang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 148 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 112.6 inches.

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