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Jerantut, Malaysia
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Jerantut is a mid-size city in Pahang, Malaysia with a population of 33,606. Elevation: 240 ft (73 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Jerantut
Jerantut is a town in Jerantut District, Pahang, Malaysia. It is the largest district in the State of Pahang. It covers an area of 2,900 square miles. Bordered by the States of Kelantan and Terengganu in the North, Temerloh and Maran districts in the South, Kuala Lipis and Raub districts in the West and Kuantan district and Terengganu state in the East. It has 10 mukims consisting of 295 villages administered under 58 JKKK. Jerantut District Council was gazetted on 18 February 1982. Jerantut District Council, formerly known as Jerantut Town Board is the local authority of Jerantut town.
People
Climate
| Population | 33,606 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 240 ft (73 m) |
| Coordinates | 3.9360°, 102.3626° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Pahang |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.0 inches (2,210 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jerantut
Jerantut is a mid-size city in Malaysia (Pahang) with a population of 33,606. The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet (73 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuala_Lumpur.
Climate in Jerantut
Jerantut has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (27.2°C), the coldest is Jan (24.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 3055 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.3°F |
| 47% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 178 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 240 ft (73 m) |
| Area | 3,125.3 sq mi (8,094.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 3.9360°N, 102.3626°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 7.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | Driest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.4 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 9.3 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 10.3 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 11.2 in | Wettest |
Jerantut has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 87.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (11.2") and February the driest (4.5").
Schools in Jerantut
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Temin | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Tunas Bakti Jerantut | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Temin | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Pedah | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Bukit Dinding | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Jerantut | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Bandar Jerantut | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Tamil) Jerantut | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Sungai Jan | — | — | — | — |
| SMK Jerantut | — | — | — | — |
| SK Jerantut Jaya | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Temin | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Tanah Rom | — | — | — | — |
| Pusat Kokurikulum Pejabat Pendidikan Daerah Jerantut | — | — | — | — |
| SMKA Tengku Ampuan Hajah Afzan Pahang | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Jerantut
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kompleks Galeri Mat Kilau |
Farmers Markets in Jerantut
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Night Market | |||||
| Saturday morning market |
Hotels in Jerantut
12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Jerantut
33 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Jerantut
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Jerantut
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Jerantut
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Jerantut
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Jerantut
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Jerantut
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Jerantut
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Jerantut
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Jerantut
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Benta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Semantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sungai Tiang Airport | SXT | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Jerantut
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gereja Kristian Jerantut | |
| Huge new Chinese Temple | |
| Masjid ADTEC | |
| Masjid Talhah Ubaidillah | |
| Surau Al-Hidayah | |
| Surau Alhadiyah | |
| Surau Kg. Sri Kool | |
| Tengku Ahmad Mosque |
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What is the population of Jerantut?
Jerantut has a population of 33,606 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 3,125.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jerantut?
Jerantut 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 80°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.0 inches.