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Gurun, Malaysia
Kedah · Malaysia
Gurun is a small city in Kedah, Malaysia with a population of 15,964. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gurun
Gurun is a mukim and a small town in Kuala Muda District, Kedah, Malaysia. "Gurun" in English means desert, however the town does not resemble in the slightest the meaning of its English translation. Rather, it derived its name from the word "gerun", which means terrify or "kurun" meaning elephant in the Siamese dialect. These words are associated with an incident during the reign of King Ekataat’s grandsons, Sultan Jaafar Mad Azam Syah, Sultan of the Islamic State of Ayutthia, who was killed in 1876 by the invading Thai armies when they crushed his body using an elephant. This incident took place behind the current Gurun Police Station.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,964 |
| Population Density | 44 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.8172°, 100.4738° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Kedah |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 100.5 inches (2,553 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gurun
Gurun is a small city in Malaysia (Kedah) with a population of 15,964. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 100.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuala_Lumpur.
Climate in Gurun
Gurun has an average annual temperature of 26.6°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.7°C), the coldest is Dec (25.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 2558 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 160 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 359.1 sq mi (930.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.8172°N, 100.4738°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.3 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 5.5 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 9.1 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 13.5 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 15.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
Gurun has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in December to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 100.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (15.4") and February the driest (3.0").
Schools in Gurun
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Batu Lima | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Batu Empat | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Agama Pekan Gurun | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Gurun | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Sri Jerai | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Gurun (Pusat) | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Choong Hwa | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gurun
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Gurun
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muzium Arkeologi Lembah Bujang | ||||
| Muzium Mempelam Kedah | ||||
| Muzium Perhutanan Gunung Jerai | ||||
| Muzium Terusan Wan Mat Saman |
Libraries in Gurun
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Awam Merbok | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Awam Pendang | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Kampung Banggol | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Kampung Padang Durian | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Kampung Pauh | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Kampung Tebengau | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Kampung Tebengau | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Kampung Teroi Bukit | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Kurnia Jaya | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gurun
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agro Bazaar | |||||
| Fishmart | |||||
| Kompleks Pasar Tani Guar Chempedak | |||||
| morning market | |||||
| night market | |||||
| nightmarket | |||||
| Pasar Awam Guar Chempedak | |||||
| Pasar Awam Merbok | |||||
| Pasar Awam Pekan Sungai Limau Dalam | |||||
| Pasar Bedong | |||||
| Pasar Bisik | |||||
| Pasar Bisik | |||||
| Pasar Kota Sarang Semut | |||||
| Pasar Nelayan Kampung Tepi Sungai | |||||
| Pasar pagi | |||||
| Pasar Pekan Pendang | |||||
| Pasar Pekan Yan | |||||
| Pasar Taman Ria |
Hotels in Gurun
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gurun
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gurun
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gurun
7 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Gurun
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Gurun
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gurun
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gurun
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gurun
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gurun
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Langkawi International Airport | LGK | Large Airport |
| Penang International Airport | PEN | Large Airport |
| Betong International Airport | BTZ | Medium Airport |
| RMAF Butterworth Air Base | BWH | Medium Airport |
| Sultan Abdul Halim Airport | AOR | Medium Airport |
| Grik Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Old Betong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pengkalan Hulu Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gurun
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| POS Malaysia Gurun |
Treatment Centers in Gurun
20 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Ch'ng Medical Specialist Clinic | ||
| Joe Clinic | ||
| Klinic Dr Azhar | ||
| Klinic Dr Say | ||
| Klinic Pakar Perubatan Khoo | ||
| Klinik Bersatu | ||
| Klinik Bersatu | ||
| Klinik Cheng & Su | ||
| Klinik Cinta Sayang | ||
| Klinik Cinta Sayang | ||
| Klinik Dr Husna | ||
| Klinik Dr Shema | ||
| Klinik Dr Silan | ||
| Klinik Komuniti Taman Ria Jaya | ||
| Klinik Seraya | ||
| Klinik Wawasan | ||
| Poliklinik Dr Akram | ||
| Poliklinik Dr Azhar dan Rakan-rakan | ||
| Poliklinik Dr Azhar dan Rakan-Rakan | ||
| Poliklinik Perubatan |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gurun
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapel of St. Sebastian | |
| GGMC | |
| Gurun Mosque | |
| Masjid Kampung Batu Tiga | |
| Masjid Seri Jerai | |
| Persatuan Penganut Tian Kong | |
| Surau | |
| Surau | |
| Surau Ar Rahman | |
| Surau Syeikh Abdullah Al-Qumairi |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gurun
What is the population of Gurun?
Gurun has a population of 15,964 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 359.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gurun?
Gurun has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 160 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 100.5 inches.