January Rainfall and Precipitation in Malaysia
Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Malaysia in January.
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Best Places to Visit in Malaysia in January
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Regions in Malaysia
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Popular cities in Malaysia
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- Alor Gajah
- Alor Setar
- Batu Ferringhi
- Bayan Lepas
- Brinchang
- Bukit Fraser
- Cyberjaya
- Gelugor
- Genting Highlands
- George Town
- Gerik
- Gunung Mulu National Park
- Ipoh
- Johor Bahru
- Kajang
- Kampong Parit Jelutong
- Kampung Padang Masirat
- Klang
- Kota Bharu
- Kota Damansara
- Kota Kinabalu
- Kuah
- Kuala Lumpur
- Kuala Terengganu
- Kuantan
- Kuching
- Kundasang
- Lumut
- Mantanani Island
- Melaka
- Miri
- Nilai
- Pangkor Island
- Pantai Cenang
- Petaling Jaya
- Port Dickson
- Puchong
- Pulau Sibu
- Putrajaya
- Ranau
- Sandakan
- Semadang
- Semporna
- Sepang
- Seremban
- Seri Kembangan
- Shah Alam
- Sibu
- Skudai
- Subang Jaya
- Sungai Petani
- Taiping
- Taman Negara National Park
- Tanah Rata
- Tanjong Tokong
- Tanjung Bungah
- Teluk Bahang
- Tioman Island
Malaysia precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Malaysia receive in January?
In Malaysia, January is a prominent month within the rainy season. It might not be the ideal month to visit. In Kuala Lumpur, the month of January typically brings a significant amount of rain, with averages close to 220 mm (8.7 in). As a result, you can expect quick-changing weather patterns and numerous showers.
How many days does it rain in Malaysia in January?
Expect around 15 days rainy days in Kuala Lumpur during January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Malaysia?
January is part of Malaysia's rainy season. Showers are more common this time of year.
What is the wettest city in January in Malaysia?
In our database, Santubong stands out as having an average rainfall level of 447 mm (18 in), making it the wettest location.
What is the driest city in January in Malaysia?
In our records, Tanjung Rhu stands out as the driest city in Malaysia for January, averaging just 44 mm (1.7 in).
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