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Kota Bharu weather in August (Kelantan, Malaysia)

Thinking of visiting Kota Bharu in August? Check the weather first! Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for August in Kota Bharu includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 32°C, cooling down at night to around 26°C. With these average temperatures, expect occasional spikes in warmth. Wear light fabrics and stay cool by hydrating regularly.

Precipitation

Kota Bharu in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 155 mm for the month. You can typically expect 16 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 187 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January and February typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kota Bharu climate page with graphs.

 

Kota Bharu, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 155 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 84%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 187 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Malaysia in August

Find out more about the weather in Malaysia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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