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Tanah Merah, Malaysia
Kelantan · Malaysia
Tanah Merah is a small city in Kelantan, Malaysia with a population of 29,116. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 29,116 |
| Population Density | 73 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.8000°, 102.1500° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Kelantan |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 106.2 inches (2,698 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tanah Merah
Tanah Merah is a small city in Malaysia (Kelantan) with a population of 29,116. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 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 106.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuala_Lumpur.
Climate in Tanah Merah
Tanah Merah has an average annual temperature of 26.5°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (27.9°C), the coldest is Jan (24.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2969 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.9°F |
| 48% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 163 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 398.9 sq mi (1,033.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 73/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.8000°N, 102.1500°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 9.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.8 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 10.5 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 15.6 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 20.5 in | Wettest |
Tanah Merah has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 106.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (20.5") and March the driest (3.4").
Schools in Tanah Merah
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SRITI Tahfiz Al-Furqan | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Rendah Integrasi Teras Islam Al-Khalifah | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Sri Suria (1) | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Dato' Mahmud Paduka Raja (1) | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Sri Suria (2) | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Hamzah | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Machang (1) | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Machang | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Tanah Merah (2) | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Dato' Mahmud Paduka Raja (2) | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Tanah Merah (1) | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Yuk Cheng | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Hamzah 2 | — | — | — | — |
| SK Pangkal Jenereh | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tanah Merah
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| THR Gegar Pilihan #1 Pantai Timur | #1 pilihan pantai timur, entertaining segments | UNKNOWN |
Libraries in Tanah Merah
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perpustakaan Desa Batu Gajah | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Salor | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Salor | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Selising | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Tanah Merah | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Tengku Anis | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tanah Merah
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clothes | |||||
| Clothes | |||||
| Pasar Besar Machang (Machang Main Market) | |||||
| Pasar Besar Tanah Merah | |||||
| Pasar Borong Wakaf Bata | |||||
| Pasar Ketereh |
Hotels in Tanah Merah
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tanah Merah
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tanah Merah
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Tanah Merah
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Tanah Merah
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tanah Merah
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Tanah Merah
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tanah Merah
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tanah Merah
19 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tanah Merah
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tanah Merah
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tanah Merah
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Narathiwat Airport | NAW | Medium Airport |
| Sultan Ismail Petra Airport | KBR | Medium Airport |
| Gong Kedak Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kuala Kerai Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tanah Merah
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Madrasah Nurul Mubin | |
| Masjid Ismail Petra | |
| Masjid Mukim Jakar | |
| Masjid Mukim Pangkal Meleret | |
| Surau Dataran Muhibbah, Taman Barakah | |
| Surau Taman Riong | |
| Surau Ustaz Abdullah Taman Riong | |
| مسجد الفرقن |
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What is the population of Tanah Merah?
Tanah Merah has a population of 29,116 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 73 people per square mile, spread across 398.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tanah Merah?
Tanah Merah 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 163 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 106.2 inches.