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Pekan, Malaysia
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Pekan is a mid-size city in Pahang, Malaysia with a population of 31,826. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Pekan
Pekan is a town in Pekan District, Pahang, Malaysia. It is also the royal capital of the state. Its name comes from a flower, the Bunga Pekan. Pekan is also the name of the district the town is situated in, and a parliamentary constituency in its own right. It is the home of the state's royal family headed by Sultan Abdullah of Pahang. It is also the hometown of the second Prime Minister of Malaysia, Tun Abdul Razak Hussein, and his son, sixth prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak. Both were Pekan's Member of Parliament.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,826 |
| Population Density | 100 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 3.4836°, 103.3996° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Pahang |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 112.7 inches (2,862 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pekan
Pekan is a mid-size city in Malaysia (Pahang) with a population of 31,826. 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 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 112.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuala_Lumpur.
Climate in Pekan
Pekan has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Jan (26.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2997 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 165 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 317.9 sq mi (823.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 3.4836°N, 103.3996°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 14.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 6.6 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 4.2 in | Driest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 4.6 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.6 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 14.5 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 27.6 in | Wettest |
Pekan has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 112.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (27.6") and June the driest (4.2").
Colleges & Universities in Pekan
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| DHUAM UMPSA PEKAN KK6 | University | — | — |
| DRB Hicom University of Automobile Malaysia | University | — | Visit → |
| Pekan Community College | College | — | Visit → |
| PUSAT CHANSELERI UMPSA PEKAN | University | — | — |
| Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (Kampus Pekan) | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Pekan
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sekolah Men Kebangsaan Peramu Jaya | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Seri Pekan | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Pekan Jaya | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (C) Pekan | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Pekan
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pahang FM | — | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Pekan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sultan Abdullah Mosque Museum | ||||
| Sultan Abu Bakar Museum |
Libraries in Pekan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pusat Sumber Pekan | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pekan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasar Besar Pekan |
Hotels in Pekan
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Pekan
13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Pekan
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Pekan
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Pekan
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pekan
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Pekan
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Pekan
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Pekan
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kuantan Airport | KUA | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Pekan
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Pos Laju |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pekan
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Masjid At Taqwa | |
| Masjid Pulau Serai, Pekan | |
| Pekan Old Mosque | |
| Rumah Berhala Tien Hou | |
| Sultan Ahmad Shah Mosque |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pekan
What is the population of Pekan?
Pekan has a population of 31,826 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 100 people per square mile, spread across 317.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pekan?
Pekan 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 80°F in July. The area receives 165 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 112.7 inches.