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Padang Besar, Malaysia
Kedah · Malaysia
Padang Besar is a small city in Kedah, Malaysia with a population of 16,235. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Padang Besar
Padang Besar, often abbreviated as Padang or P.B., is a border town located in the northern part of the state of Perlis in Malaysia as well as the northernmost major town in Malaysia. It is situated on the border with Songkhla province, Thailand, 35 kilometers northeast of Kangar and about 57 km southwest of Hat Yai. The town opposite Padang Besar in Thailand is also known as Padang Besar, although the locals here usually refer to the town as "Pekan Siam" or Siamese town.
The town is a "shopping heaven" and popular destination for Malaysians because of the duty-free shopping complex between the border checkpoints of the two countries. The town attracts several thousand visitors from Peninsular Malaysia and southern Thailand every weekend and during public holidays.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,235 |
| Population Density | 36 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.3833°, 100.3000° |
| 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 | 79.3 inches (2,013 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Padang Besar
Padang Besar is a small city in Malaysia (Kedah) with a population of 16,235. 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 79.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuala_Lumpur.
Climate in Padang Besar
Padang Besar 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 | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 455.8 sq mi (1,180.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.3833°N, 100.3000°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 |
Padang Besar 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").
Schools in Padang Besar
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Dato Syed Nahar | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Tambun Tulang | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Padang Besar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kedah Darul Aman State Museum | ||||
| Kota Kayang Museum | ||||
| National museum Satun | ||||
| Pusat Sains Negara Cawangan Wilayah Utara | ||||
| The Paddy Museum | ||||
| UUM Management Museum |
Libraries in Padang Besar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Digital Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kedah Digital Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Perbadanan Perpustakaan Awam Negeri Perlis | 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 | |||||
| Sultanah Bahiyah Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Universiti Malaysia Perlis Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Padang Besar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dataran Penjaja Jerlun | |||||
| Food Market | |||||
| Kepala Batas Night Market | |||||
| Night market | |||||
| Night Market | |||||
| Pasar Ayer Hitam | |||||
| Pasar Besar PJ II | |||||
| Pasar Besar Sena | |||||
| Pasar Borong Kangar | |||||
| Pasar Karat TTS | |||||
| Pasar Kodiang | |||||
| Pasar malam | |||||
| Pasar Pekan Langgar | |||||
| Pasar Sehari Balai Baru | |||||
| Tapak Pasar Langgar | |||||
| Uptown |
Clinics in Padang Besar
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Padang Besar
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Padang Besar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Padang Besar
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hat Yai International Airport | HDY | Large Airport |
| Langkawi International Airport | LGK | Large Airport |
| Sultan Abdul Halim Airport | AOR | Medium Airport |
| Khoun Khan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pengkalan Hulu Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Padang Besar
8 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Klinik Bersatu | ||
| Klinik Dr Mohammad | ||
| Klinik Dr Noriah (Cawangan Alor Star) | ||
| Mediklinik Ehsan | ||
| Poliklinik Anak Bukit (Dr Farina binti Haji Basir) | ||
| Poliklinik Mahkota | ||
| Poliklinik Mutiara | ||
| Pusat Pemulihan Penagihan Narkotik Bukit Chabang |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Padang Besar
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alibinabitalib | |
| Masjid Al-Ehsan | |
| Masjid Muhammadiah |
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What is the population of Padang Besar?
Padang Besar has a population of 16,235 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 455.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Padang Besar?
Padang Besar 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.