Bukit Mertajam Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Bukit Mertajam’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Malaysia.
Monthly Temperature Averages
With minimal seasonal shifts, Bukit Mertajam experiences a constant climate year-round. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a very warm 33°C in March. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very warm 32°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around 25°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Bukit Mertajam by month:
The minimum temperature is commonly observed between 4 AM and 6 AM, with the maximum occurring around 3 PM, when the sun’s strength is at its peak. March, the city’s warmest month, sees 201 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 141 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 9 days. It records 192 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Malaysia Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Malaysia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.






Bukit Mertajam Temperatures Compared World Wide
Bukit Mertajam’s average annual maximum temperature is 33°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
In contrast, in Oslo, Norway, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is mild, with an average annual temperature of 19°C and minimal seasonal variation.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Bukit Mertajam, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 75% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 33°C. In the warmest month, March, the humidity is 81% combined with an average maximum temperature of 33°C, which creates a very high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Bukit Mertajam’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Bukit Mertajam climate page.