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Kangar, Malaysia
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Kangar is a mid-size city in Perlis, Malaysia with a population of 63,869. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Kangar
Kangar is the state capital and the largest town in Perlis, Malaysia. It has a population of 48,898 and an area of 2,619.4 ha. It is located next to the Thailand border, in the northernmost point of Peninsular Malaysia. It is situated by the Perlis River.
People
Climate
| Population | 63,869 |
| Population Density | 202 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.4414°, 100.1986° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Perlis |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.3 inches (2,013 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kangar
Kangar is a mid-size city in Malaysia (Perlis) with a population of 63,869. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuala_Lumpur.
Climate in Kangar
Kangar has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is Apr (29°C), the coldest is Dec (26.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2452 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.5°F |
| 51% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 192 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 316.5 sq mi (819.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 202/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.4414°N, 100.1986°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 6.6 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 8.8 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.1 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 11.2 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 11.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 8.6 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
Kangar has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 80°F in December to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 79.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.4") and January the driest (1.6").
Colleges & Universities in Kangar
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Institut Kemahiran Mara (IKM) Beseri | College | — | — |
| Kedah Matriculation College | College | — | — |
| Kolej Vokasional Arau Perlis | College | — | — |
| Malaysia Perlis University | University | — | — |
| MARA University of Technology Perlis | University | — | — |
| Perlis Matriculation College | College | — | Visit → |
| Politeknik Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin | College | — | — |
| UniCITI Alam Residential College | College | — | — |
| UniMAP | University | — | Visit → |
| Universiti Malaysia Perlis | University | — | Visit → |
| Universiti Malaysia Perlis Kampus Pauh Putra | University | — | — |
Schools in Kangar
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sekolah Men Syed Alwi | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Sena | — | — | — | — |
| SMK Putra | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Syed Hassan | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Sains Tunku Syed Putra | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Derma | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Perlis | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Khoon Aik | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Agama (P) Alawiyah | — | — | — | — |
| Kangar Technical School | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Pendidikan Khas Perlis | — | — | — | — |
| SMK Tuanku Lailatul Shahreen | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kangar
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kangar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kota Kayang Museum | ||||
| National museum Satun |
Libraries in Kangar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perbadanan Perpustakaan Awam Negeri Perlis | 0.0 | |||||
| Perbadanan Perpustakaan Awam Negeri Perlis Cawangan Padang Besar Utara | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Awam Jitra | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Dato Jaafar Hassan | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Dato' Jaafar Hassan Extension | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Kampung Balik Bukit | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Kampung Kelubi | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Kolej Matrikulasi Kedah | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Pekan Arau | 0.0 | |||||
| Universiti Malaysia Perlis Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kangar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dataran Penjaja Jerlun | |||||
| Food Market | |||||
| Kepala Batas Night Market | |||||
| Night market | |||||
| Night Market | |||||
| Pasar Awam Pekan Kaki Bukit | |||||
| Pasar Ayer Hitam | |||||
| Pasar Besar PJ II | |||||
| Pasar Besar Sena | |||||
| Pasar Borong Kangar | |||||
| Pasar Kodiang | |||||
| Pasar malam | |||||
| Pasar Sehari Balai Baru |
Hotels in Kangar
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kangar
21 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kangar
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Kangar
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kangar
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kangar
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kangar
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kangar
10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kangar
7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Kangar
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kangar
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kangar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kangar
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hat Yai International Airport | HDY | Large Airport |
| Langkawi International Airport | LGK | Large Airport |
| Songkhla Airport | SGZ | Medium Airport |
| Sultan Abdul Halim Airport | AOR | Medium Airport |
| Khoun Khan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ratthaphum Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kangar
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Pejabat Pos Kangar |
Treatment Centers in Kangar
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Pusat Pemulihan Penagihan Narkotik Bukit Chabang |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kangar
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gereja Katolik Our Lady of Fatima | |
| Gurdwara Kangar | |
| Masjid Al Mustaqim | |
| Masjid Alwi | |
| Masjid At Taqwa Alor Redis | |
| Masjid Darul Ibadah | |
| Masjid Tuanku Syed Putra Jamalullail | |
| Surau | |
| Surau |
Quick Facts
Around Kangar
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Kangar
26 places within 15 km
- • Istana Diraja Perlis
- • Gua Cenderawasih
- • Gua Kerbang
- • Batu Puteh
- • Buket Balong Nakha
- • Bukit Batu Puteh / เขาผาขาว
- • Bukit Besi Hangit
- • Bukit Bintang
- + 17 more
- • View Point Gunung Medan
🇲🇾 About Malaysia
Frequently Asked Questions About Kangar
What is the population of Kangar?
Kangar has a population of 63,869 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 202 people per square mile, spread across 316.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kangar?
Kangar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 192 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.3 inches.