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Karak, Malaysia
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Karak is a small city in Pahang, Malaysia with a population of 9,362. Elevation: 387 ft (118 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Karak
Karak is a small town in Bentong District, Pahang, Malaysia. Located at the foothills of Malaysia's Titiwangsa Mountain Range, it is well known as a rest town along the Federal Route 2 from Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan and lends its name to the Karak Highway, or the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway linking it to the country's capital of Kuala Lumpur.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,362 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 387 ft (118 m) |
| Coordinates | 3.4000°, 102.0333° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Pahang |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 92.4 inches (2,348 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Karak
Karak is a small city in Malaysia (Pahang) with a population of 9,362. The city sits at an elevation of 387 feet (118 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuala_Lumpur.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 168 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 387 ft (118 m) |
| Area | 1,008.2 sq mi (2,611.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 3.4000°N, 102.0333°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 5.9 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | Driest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 10.3 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 11.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 10.8 in |
Karak has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 92.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (11.6") and July the driest (5.0").
Schools in Karak
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsan Karak | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Tamil) Karak | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsan Karak | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Sungai Dua | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Seri Bentong | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Karak Setia | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Karak | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Tamil) Sri Telemong | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Karak
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suria fm | — | UNKNOWN | |
| 988 FM | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Ai FM | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| FFM | alternative / indie, classic hits | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Zayan | — | UNKNOWN | |
| Radio KPKT | adult contemporary, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| KCFM Radio | ballads, malaysia | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Traxx FM | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Suriafm | — | UNKNOWN | |
| THR Gegar | — | UNKNOWN | |
| LTFM Radio | ballads, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Karak
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jurassic Research Centre |
Libraries in Karak
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan Pahang Janda Baik | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Karak
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentong Walk | |||||
| Bukit Tinggi Market | |||||
| Pasar Awam Felda Mempaga | |||||
| Pasar Besar Bentong |
Restaurants in Karak
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Karak
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Karak
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Karak
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Karak
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Karak
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Karak
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kuala Lumpur International Airport | KUL | Large Airport |
| Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport | SZB | Large Airport |
| Benta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Putrajaya Recreational Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Semantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Simpang Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Karak
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Pusat Pemulihan Penagihan Narkotik Karak | ||
| Teen Challenge Malaysia |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Karak
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Baru Bandar Karak Mosque | |
| Kg Karak Setia Mosque | |
| Masjid Jamek Bandar Karak | |
| 地母坛 | |
| 至誠堂 |
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Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Karak
What is the population of Karak?
Karak has a population of 9,362 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 1,008.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Karak?
Karak has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 168 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.4 inches.