Petaling Jaya Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Petaling Jaya’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
Year-round, Petaling Jaya experiences a consistently very warm climate. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in March to a very warm 31°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 23°C in January.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Petaling Jaya 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 208 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 220 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 15 days. It records 185 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.
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Petaling Jaya Temperatures Compared World Wide
Petaling Jaya’s average annual maximum temperature is 32°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 Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild winters.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters.
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 Petaling Jaya, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 80% humidity, which is considered very high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 32°C. In the warmest month, March, the humidity is 80% 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 Petaling Jaya’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Petaling Jaya climate page.
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