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Malaysia Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Malaysia in March.

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Are you planning a trip a to Malaysia in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Malaysia in March

Malaysia has a wide variety of climate types. During March, you can expect temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Kundasang at 24°C (75°F) to very hot in Sintuk at 36°C (97°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Sintuk and 17°C (63°F) in Kundasang. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

For a closer look at conditions across Malaysia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Labuan with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Kampong Setampin with 289 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

March brings good sunshine to many areas. Kuala Lumpur sees around 208 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Malaysia - and find the best time to visit. (based on Kuala Lumpur)

January32°C (90°F) February33°C (91°F) March33°C (91°F) April33°C (91°F) May33°C (91°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August33°C (91°F) September33°C (91°F) October32°C (90°F) November32°C (90°F) December32°C (90°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Malaysia in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Malaysia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Malaysia

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Malaysia?

Temperature range in Malaysia (March)

Precipitation variation in Malaysia (March)

Kuala Lumpur

In March Kuala Lumpur generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
208 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
174 mm (6.9 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
251 mm (9.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Kuala Lumpur →

Melaka

In March Melaka generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
216 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
less favorable
Climate in Melaka →

George Town

In March George Town generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
201 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
229 mm (9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
17 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
less favorable
Climate in George Town →

Johor Bahru

In March Johor Bahru generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
194 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
148 mm (5.8 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
254 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Johor Bahru →

Kota Kinabalu

In March Kota Kinabalu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
196 hours
235 hours
247 hours
Monthly rainfall
158 mm (6.2 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
good
Climate in Kota Kinabalu →

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In our records: Malaysia March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Malaysia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest March night in Malaysia dropped to 10°C (50°F) in Kuala Terengganu on March 14, 2020.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Malaysia in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kuala Lumpur 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 218 mm (8.6 in)
Melaka 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
George Town 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 181 mm (7.1 in)
Ipoh 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 234 mm (9.2 in)
Kuching 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 286 mm (11 in)
Tanah Rata 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 258 mm (10 in)

Malaysia weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Malaysia in March?

Malaysia typically experiences less favorable weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kuala Lumpur average around 33°C (91°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Malaysia in March?

Daytime temperatures in Kuala Lumpur peak at roughly 33°C (91°F) in March, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

Does Malaysia get a lot of rain in March?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Kuala Lumpur records an average of 218 mm (8.6 in) in March, putting it among the wetter months for Malaysia.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Malaysia?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Malaysia with often less favorable weather in Kuala Lumpur.

Generally speaking, provide less favorable weather in Kuala Lumpur.

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