All Countries
Gerik, Malaysia
Perak · Malaysia
Gerik is a mid-size city in Perak, Malaysia with a population of 30,868. Elevation: 381 ft (116 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
Discover Gerik, Malaysia
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Gerik
Gerik is a mukim and the district capital of Hulu Perak District, Perak, Malaysia. The town is also known as Rest Town due to its strategic location next to East-West Highway Federal Route 4, the main route linking Kedah, Penang and Kelantan.
People
Climate
| Population | 30,868 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 381 ft (116 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.4167°, 101.1333° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Perak |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.0 inches (2,388 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gerik
Gerik is a mid-size city in Malaysia (Perak) with a population of 30,868. The city sits at an elevation of 381 feet (116 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuala_Lumpur.
Climate in Gerik
Gerik has an average annual temperature of 24°C (75°F). The hottest month is May (25.1°C), the coldest is Jan (22.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2612 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.6°F |
| 46% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 168 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 381 ft (116 m) |
| Area | 2,659.1 sq mi (6,887.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.4167°N, 101.1333°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 3.3 in | Driest |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 9.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 5.9 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 6.0 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 7.4 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 9.4 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 14.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 11.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 7.6 in |
Gerik has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in January to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 94.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.1") and February the driest (3.3").
Colleges & Universities in Gerik
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kolej Komuniti Gerik | College | - | , |
| MRSM Gerik | College | - | , |
Schools in Gerik
23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SJK (C) Chung Wa, Gerik | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Agama Rakyat | - | - | - | - |
| Kolej Vokasional Gerik | - | - | - | - |
| SMK Sultan Idris Shah II | - | - | - | - |
| SMK Gerik | - | - | - | - |
| SMK Bersia | - | - | - | - |
| SK Mahkota Sari | - | - | - | - |
| SK Bongor | - | - | - | - |
| SK RKT Bersia | - | - | - | - |
| SK Kerunai | - | - | - | - |
| SK Tan Sri Ghazali Jawi | - | - | - | - |
| SMA Tan Sri Ghazali Jawi | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Batu 4 | - | - | - | - |
| SJK(C) Kuala Rui | - | - | - | - |
| SJK(C) Kg. Baharu Batu Dua | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Seri Tawai | - | - | - | - |
| SK Basia Lama | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan GandaTemengor | - | - | - | - |
| Kelas Fardhu Ain Saudara Baru | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Rendah Agama Rakyat Tarbiatul Atfal | - | - | - | - |
| SMK Seri Budiman | - | - | - | - |
| SJK (T) Gerik | - | - | - | - |
| SK Batu 4 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gerik
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Gerik
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan Awam Gerik | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gerik
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasar Awam 2 | |||||
| Pasar Awam Gerik |
Hotels in Gerik
12 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gerik
18 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gerik
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gerik
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Gerik
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Gerik
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gerik
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gerik
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Gerik
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gerik
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Betong International Airport | BTZ | Medium Airport |
| RMAF Butterworth Air Base | BWH | Medium Airport |
| Grik Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Old Betong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pengkalan Hulu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taiping (Tekah) Airport | TPG | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gerik
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Pejabat Pos Gerik |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gerik
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gereja Katolik Bonda Maria | |
| LCMS, Truth, Congregation, Gerik | |
| Masjid Al-Falah | |
| Masjid Al-Taqwa Kampung Air Panas | |
| Masjid Jamek Gerik | |
| Masjid Nurussalam |
Explore Near Gerik
Quick Facts
🇲🇾 About Malaysia
Frequently Asked Questions About Gerik
What is the population of Gerik?
Gerik has a population of 30,868 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 2,659.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gerik?
Gerik has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 168 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.0 inches.