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Ipoh Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Ipoh has a tropical climate. Like most tropical places Ipoh experiences a lot of rainfall. Even in the driest month there is still a lot of rain. With tropical temperatures Ipoh is a year-round destination.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Ipoh temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in July to a very warm 30°C in January.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 22°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Ipoh experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 2507 mm of precipitation annually. The seasons in Ipoh, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 338 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 23 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 110 mm over 14 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Ipoh Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Ipoh, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 5.5 hours in March. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. November sees a soft sun for only 3.2 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Cameron Highlands, Malaysia (34 KM, 21 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Cameron Highlands, Malaysia (34 KM, 21 Miles).

Forecast for Ipoh

Sun   Dec 22
32°C | 23°C
SW 2 m/s
0.7 mm
broken clouds and slight rain

broken clouds and slight rain

Mon   Dec 23
33°C | 23°C
SW 2 m/s
7.7 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

Tue   Dec 24
32°C | 23°C
SE 2 m/s
4.5 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

The best time of year to visit Ipoh in Malaysia

Ipoh has high temperatures year round ranging between 30°C and 32°C.
Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Ipoh?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Ipoh?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Ipoh?
    November tops the wettest month list with 338 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Ipoh?
    July is the driest month with 110 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Ipoh?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 166 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.