Rainforest World Music Festival
The Rainforest World Music Festival (often abbreviated as RWMF) is an annual three-day music festival celebrating the diversity of world music, held in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
Kuching Weather in August
August in Kuching brings very high temperatures around 33°C (91°F) during the day, dropping to 24°C (75°F) at night, and as part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is common.
Rainfall in Kuching in August
As part of the rainy season, Kuching sees around 19 days of rain in August, with an average of 208 mm (8.2 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.
Temperature in Kuching in August
August in Kuching brings typical temperatures with highs around 33°C (91°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F). Mornings and evenings are often more comfortable than the peak afternoon hours. With overnight lows of 24°C (75°F), evenings and nights remain warm. Light clothing and an open window or fan can help you sleep comfortably.
Sunshine in Kuching in August
The city usually sees around 162 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period (despite it being part of rainy season).
Wind Speed in Kuching in August
August has wind speeds averaging 1 m/s (2 knots). You can expect very gentle conditions with light air movement on typical days. Since this is an average, daily weather varies from perfectly still moments to some breezier days.For more travel ideas, our weather planner can help you explore destinations around the world.
Kuching Temperature in August
Min Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Max Temperature
33°C (91°F)
Chance of Rain
64%
Precipitation
208 mm (8.2 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
84%
Windspeed
1 m/s (2 knots)
Sunshine
162 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Kuching Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
47-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Kuching typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 33°C (91°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).
Average temperatures in August
Daily Historical Precipitation
47-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in August
Historical weather records for Kuching in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for Kuching spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Kuching historical weather extremes in August
Based on 27 years of weather observations (1999-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Kuching.
- The hottest August day on record in Kuching reached 37°C (99°F) (August 11, 2019).
- Kuching experienced its chilliest August day on August 8, 2008, reaching only 25°C (77°F).
- Kuching registered its coldest August night on August 29, 2008, with temperatures dropping to 21°C (70°F).
- Peak precipitation in August occurred on August 28, 2024, when 94 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation was measured.
Best Places in Malaysia in August
Find out more about the weather in Malaysia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Malaysia in August →
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Kuching in August
Warm but pleasant conditions in Kuching in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
What To Do in Kuching in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
Kuching 3-Day Forecast
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