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Kuala Lumpur weather in March (Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia)

Thinking of visiting Kuala Lumpur in March? Check the weather first! Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In March, Kuala Lumpur tends to experience very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 33°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 24°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Kuala Lumpur in March falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 218 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 18 days with rain.

Average sunshine

With around 208 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Kuala Lumpur. February, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, March, April, 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 Kuala Lumpur climate page with graphs.

 

Kuala Lumpur, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 218 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 80%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 208 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Malaysia in March

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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