Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Malacca.
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Malacca, in Johor, Malaysia, experiences consistently warm temperatures year-round, with only slight variation between months. Rainfall is high, with frequent showers typical of the region’s tropical climate. The city is known for its historic center, colonial architecture, and night markets, which remain alive in most weather conditions. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a complete picture.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Malacca - and find the best time to visit.
In Malacca temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in March to a very warm 30°C (86°F) in December.
Nighttime temperatures range from 26°C (79°F) in March to 25°C (77°F) in December.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Malacca experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 2369 mm (93 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Malacca bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 281 mm (11 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 24 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 95 mm (3.7 in) over 12 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Malacca Precipitation page.
Malacca enjoys sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 7.2 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. November, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.2 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 28°C (82°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in April.
The city experiences its highest humidity in April, reaching 85%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 79%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
The mean wind speed varies between 1 m/s (2 knots) and 2 m/s (4 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November and highest during January, February, March and December. What does this mean?
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
February typically offers the most optimal weather in Malacca. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
Daytime highs range from 30°C (86°F) in December to 32°C (90°F) in March. Nighttime lows range from 25°C (77°F) to 26°C (79°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 2369 mm (93 in). November is the wettest month with 281 mm (11 in), while February is the driest with 95 mm (3.7 in).
Malacca receives around 2,306 hours of sunshine per year. March is the sunniest month with 216 hours, while November is the cloudiest with just 156 hours. Overall, Malacca enjoys abundant sunshine.
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