Malacca weather in January (Johor, Malaysia)
Looking to travel to Malacca in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In January, Malacca generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 31°C. But by evening, they drop to around 25°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.
Malacca in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 123 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 13 days.
The city usually sees around 194 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days February typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Malacca climate page with graphs.
Malacca, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
25°C
Max Temperature
31°C
Water Temperature
28°C
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
123 mm
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
79%
Windspeed
7 km/h
Sunshine
194 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Malaysia in January
Find out more about the weather in Malaysia in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Malacca in January?
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 in January.
Interested in more climate information?
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