Kuala Lumpur Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The temperature in Kuala Lumpur remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C (91°F) in June to a very warm 32°C (90°F) in the coolest month, January.

Nights vary from 25°C (77°F) in June to around 24°C (75°F) during the colder months.

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Temperature ranges by month

Kuala Lumpur has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2529 mm (100 in) of rainfall annually. The climate in Kuala Lumpur shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in November, the wettest month, with an average of 360 mm (14 in) of precipitation over 25 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 126 mm (5 in) of rainfall over 12 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Kuala Lumpur Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Kuala Lumpur offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between March (6.9 hours daily) and November (5.1 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 83%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 79%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

The average wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) to 2 m/s (4 knots). It is lower in April and higher in January, July and December. What does this mean?

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)