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Kuala Besut, Malaysia
Terengganu · Malaysia
Kuala Besut is a small town in Terengganu, Malaysia with a population of 2,400. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Kuala Besut
Kuala Besut is a mukim in Besut District, Terengganu, Malaysia.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,400 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.8330°, 102.5551° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Terengganu |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 127.8 inches (3,246 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kuala Besut
Kuala Besut is a small town in Malaysia (Terengganu) with a population of 2,400. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 127.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuala_Lumpur.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.4°F |
| 49% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 150 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 169.5 sq mi (438.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.8330°N, 102.5551°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 12.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.3 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 11.8 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 11.9 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 21.3 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 29.2 in | Wettest |
Kuala Besut has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 127.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (29.2") and April the driest (3.7").
Schools in Kuala Besut
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institut Kemahiran MARA Besut | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Kampung Nail | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Imtiaz Yayasan Terengganu Besut | — | — | — | — |
| MRSM Kota Putra | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Pengkalan Nyireh | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Kampong Raja | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Rendah Islam Darul Iman | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Tengku Mahmud II | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Agama Maarif | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kuala Besut
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| THR Gegar Pilihan #1 Pantai Timur | #1 pilihan pantai timur, entertaining segments | UNKNOWN |
Libraries in Kuala Besut
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan Awam Daerah Besut | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Kampung Gong Kemuntong | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Selising | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kuala Besut
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerai Jualan Kampung Lampu | |||||
| Kuala Besut Market | |||||
| Pasar | |||||
| Pasar Borong Kuala Besut | |||||
| Pasar Nelayan Nyiur Tujuh | |||||
| Pasar Nelayan Tok Bali | |||||
| Pasar Pasir Puteh | |||||
| Pasar Rabu Alor Lintah | |||||
| Pasar Renek | |||||
| Pasar Tani Kuala Besut | |||||
| Wet Market Kampung Raja |
Hotels in Kuala Besut
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kuala Besut
12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kuala Besut
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kuala Besut
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kuala Besut
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kuala Besut
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sultan Ismail Petra Airport | KBR | Medium Airport |
| Sultan Mahmud Airport | TGG | Medium Airport |
| Gong Kedak Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kuala Kerai Airport | — | Small Airport |
| LTS Pulau Redang Airport | RDN | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kuala Besut
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Pos Malaysia |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kuala Besut
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Al-Jamhuriah Mosque | |
| Masjid Al-Fathi | |
| Masjid Ibnu Abbas | |
| Masjid Nasiruddin Shah | |
| Surau | |
| Surau Warisan Pekan Kuala Besut |
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What is the population of Kuala Besut?
Kuala Besut has a population of 2,400 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 169.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kuala Besut?
Kuala Besut has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 150 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 127.8 inches.