Average Monthly Sunshine in Kuala Lumpur

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Kuala Lumpur receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Kuala Lumpur vary. From a high of 208 hours in March, to a low of 152 hours in November, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2220 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 6.9 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. November, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.1 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Kuala Lumpur’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Kuala Lumpur enjoys an average of 2220 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, Brussels, UK, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

November, Kuala Lumpur’s wettest month, receives 126 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 33°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Precipitation page.