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Kota Bharu
City in Kelantan, Malaysia
Overview
Kota Bharu is the lively capital of Kelantan, known for its rich Malay culture, colorful markets, and laid-back atmosphere. The city is a gateway to scenic beaches and traditional craftsmanship, making it a fascinating stop for culture-seekers.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Malaysia
State
Kelantan
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Coordinates
6.12°, 102.24°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
75
Monthly Cost
$530
Local Cost
$288
Local Income
$350
Cashless
55
English
50
Temperature
27.4°C
Summer Avg
28.2°C
Winter Avg
26.0°C
Record High
34.2°C
Record Low
21.9°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
2538 mm
Internet Speed
133 Mbps
Upload
64 Mbps
Latency
13 ms
City Vibrancy
29
Coworking
0
Cafes
24
Nightlife
0
Parks
5
Transport
40
Walk Score
40
Footways
79.0
Airport
KBR
Distance
7 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 188 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 75/100.
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