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Kangkong, Malaysia
Kedah · Malaysia
Kangkong is a small city in Kedah, Malaysia with a population of 6,034. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Kangkong
Ipomoea aquatica, commonly known as water spinach or kangkung, is a semi-aquatic, tropical plant grown as a vegetable for its tender shoots. I. aquatica is generally believed to have been first domesticated in Southeast Asia. It is widely cultivated in Southeast Asia, East Asia, and South Asia. It grows abundantly near waterways and requires little to no care.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,034 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.0005°, 100.3446° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Kedah |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 86.1 inches (2,187 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kangkong
Kangkong is a small city in Malaysia (Kedah) with a population of 6,034. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 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 86.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuala_Lumpur.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.8°F |
| 51% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 181 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 316.7 sq mi (820.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.0005°N, 100.3446°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 83°F (29°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 7.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 9.1 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 11.6 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 13.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
Kangkong has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 80°F in December to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 86.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.1") and January the driest (1.5").
Schools in Kangkong
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Kangkong | — | — | — | — |
| Maahad Assolehah | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Kangkong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kedah Darul Aman State Museum | ||||
| Muzium Kota Kuala Kedah | ||||
| Muzium Mempelam Kedah | ||||
| Muzium Perhutanan Gunung Jerai | ||||
| Muzium Terusan Wan Mat Saman | ||||
| Pusat Sains Negara Cawangan Wilayah Utara | ||||
| The Paddy Museum | ||||
| The Royal Museum | ||||
| The Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah Gallery |
Libraries in Kangkong
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Digital Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kedah Digital Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kedah State Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Awam Pendang | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Kampung Banggol | 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 | |||||
| Sultan Abdul Halim Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sultan Abdul Halim Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kangkong
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dataran Penjaja Jerlun | |||||
| Fish market near Kubang Rotan weir | |||||
| Kepala Batas Night Market | |||||
| Kompleks Pasar Tani Guar Chempedak | |||||
| Night market | |||||
| Pasar Awam Guar Chempedak | |||||
| Pasar Awam Pekan Sungai Limau Dalam | |||||
| Pasar Ayer Hitam | |||||
| Pasar Besar Alor Setar | |||||
| Pasar Kampung Berjaya | |||||
| Pasar Kota Sarang Semut | |||||
| Pasar Pekan Langgar | |||||
| Pasar Pekan Pendang | |||||
| Pasar Pekan Yan | |||||
| Pasar Simpang Kuala | |||||
| Pasar Telok Wanjah | |||||
| Tapak Pasar Langgar | |||||
| Tapak Pasar Malam Jalan Sultan Badlishah | |||||
| Tapak Penjaja Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra | |||||
| Uptown |
Clinics in Kangkong
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kangkong
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kangkong
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Langkawi International Airport | LGK | Large Airport |
| Penang International Airport | PEN | Large Airport |
| RMAF Butterworth Air Base | BWH | Medium Airport |
| Sultan Abdul Halim Airport | AOR | Medium Airport |
| Khoun Khan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pengkalan Hulu Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Kangkong
43 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Klinik (Puan) Dr Ganga | ||
| Klinik Ali | ||
| Klinik Bersatu | ||
| Klinik Ch'ng | ||
| Klinik CT Lee | ||
| Klinik Darulaman | ||
| Klinik Doktor Pakar Hamdi | ||
| Klinik Dr Cheng | ||
| Klinik Dr Fauzi (Cawangan Kuala Kedah) | ||
| Klinik Dr Mohammad | ||
| Klinik Dr Noriah (Cawangan Alor Star) | ||
| Klinik Dr Ooi | ||
| Klinik Dr. Fauzi | ||
| Klinik Faisal Hamdi | ||
| Klinik Haji Ayaz | ||
| Klinik Kesihatan UTC | ||
| Klinik Komuniti Alor Mengkudu | ||
| Klinik Komuniti Kuala Kedah | ||
| Klinik Lee | ||
| Klinik Lim Chin Chong | ||
| Klinik Metrocare | ||
| Klinik Mico | ||
| Klinik Muhibbah | ||
| Klinik Ong Beng Liang | ||
| Klinik Selvam | ||
| Klinik Soma | ||
| Klinik Wan Zohdi Sdn Bhd | ||
| Klinik Yeoh Chin Eng | ||
| Maha Klinik | ||
| Mediklinik Ehsan | ||
| Mediklinik Rakyat | ||
| O2 Clinic | ||
| Poliklinik Anak Bukit (Dr Farina binti Haji Basir) | ||
| Poliklinik Dr Azhar dan Rakan-Rakan | ||
| Poliklinik Dr.Azhar Dan Rakan-Rakan | ||
| Poliklinik Hidayah | ||
| Poliklinik Hidayah | ||
| Poliklinik Kuala | ||
| Poliklinik Mahkota | ||
| Poliklinik Mutiara | ||
| Poliklinik Putra | ||
| Poliklinik Tanjung | ||
| Remedic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kangkong
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Masjid Al Furqan | |
| Masjid Kangkong | |
| Masjid Selarong Panjang |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Kangkong?
Kangkong has a population of 6,034 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 316.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kangkong?
Kangkong 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 181 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 86.1 inches.