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Tangkak, Malaysia
Johor · Malaysia
Tangkak is a mid-size city in Johor, Malaysia with a population of 35,109. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Tangkak
Tangkak is a town and the capital of Tangkak District in Johor, Malaysia. The town is nicknamed "Fabric Town" or "Syurga Kain" in honour of its many textile shops. It is also well known as being a major entry point to Mount Ledang, the highest mountain in Johor.
People
Climate
| Population | 35,109 |
| Population Density | 72 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.2673°, 102.5453° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Johor |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 76.3 inches (1,938 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tangkak
Tangkak is a mid-size city in Malaysia (Johor) with a population of 35,109. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuala_Lumpur.
Climate in Tangkak
Tangkak has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is Mar (28.8°C), the coldest is Dec (27.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2001 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.2°F |
| 49% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 198 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 489.6 sq mi (1,268.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.2673°N, 102.5453°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.6 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 6.5 in |
Tangkak has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in January to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 76.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.3") and February the driest (3.9").
Schools in Tangkak
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMA Lughatul Arabiah Tangkak | — | — | — | — |
| SK Ledang | — | — | — | — |
| SJK (C) Bekoh | — | — | — | — |
| SJK (C) Chee Chuin | — | — | — | — |
| SMK Sri Tangkak | — | — | — | — |
| SK Paya Mas | — | — | — | — |
| SK Sri Tangkak | — | — | — | — |
| SK (P) Bandar Tangkak | — | — | — | — |
| SJK (C) Chi Ming (2) | — | — | — | — |
| SJK (C) Chi Ming (1) | — | — | — | — |
| SMK Tun Mamat | — | — | — | — |
| Sekolah Agama Payamas | — | — | — | — |
| SMK Sagil | — | — | — | — |
| SK Sialang | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tangkak
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Tangkak
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pulau Besar Museum | ||||
| World's Bee Museum |
Libraries in Tangkak
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merlimau Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Desa Bukit Naning | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Laman Hikmah | 0.0 | |||||
| Pusat Sumber Ilmu | 0.0 | |||||
| Pusat Sumber Pebelajaran (PSP) | 0.0 | |||||
| 中化中学图书馆 | 0.0 | |||||
| 中化中学图书馆 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tangkak
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Night Market (monday) | |||||
| Night Market (Sunday) | |||||
| Pasar Awam Bukit Gambir | |||||
| Pasar Awam Maharani | |||||
| Pasar Awam Merlimau | |||||
| Pasar Nelayan Parit Karang | |||||
| Pasar Nyalas | |||||
| Pasar Raya DaFa | |||||
| Pasar Raya DaFa | |||||
| Warung | |||||
| Warung | |||||
| Wet Market Bakri | |||||
| Wet Market Bakri |
Hotels in Tangkak
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tangkak
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tangkak
9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tangkak
6 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tangkak
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tangkak
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tangkak
7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tangkak
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Tunku Mahkota Ismail Youth Centre |
Airports Near Tangkak
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Malacca International Airport | MKZ | Medium Airport |
| Batu Pahat Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Labis Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Muar / Bakri Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Segamat Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sungai Tekai Airport | GTK | Small Airport |
| Terendak Camp Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tangkak
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| J&T Express | |
| Pos Malaysia |
Treatment Centers in Tangkak
9 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Family Clinic | ||
| H-II Clinic | ||
| Klinik Desa Rawang | ||
| Klinik Ilham | ||
| Klinik Kesihatan Kampung Kenangan | ||
| Klinik Pakar Ortodontik Muar | ||
| Klinik Salam | ||
| poliklinik keluarga | ||
| Pusat Rehabilitasi PERKESO Melaka |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tangkak
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chinese Methodist Church Tangkak | |
| Masjid An-Nur | |
| Masjid Jamek Bandar Tangkak | |
| Masjid Jamek Kampung Payamas | |
| Surau | |
| Surau Ja'amat | |
| 三圣宫 | |
| 繭云宫 |
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What is the population of Tangkak?
Tangkak has a population of 35,109 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 72 people per square mile, spread across 489.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tangkak?
Tangkak has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 198 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.3 inches.