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Batu Caves Weather in January

Thinking of visiting Batu Caves in January? Expect very high temperatures reaching 31°C (88°F) during the day, dropping to 22°C (72°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.

Rainfall in Batu Caves in January

As part of the rainy season, Batu Caves sees around 15 days of rain in January, with an average of 215 mm (8.5 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.

Temperature in Batu Caves in January

Daytime highs in Batu Caves in January reach 31°C (88°F), with nights around 22°C (72°F). Sunshine and humidity can make it feel even warmer than the raw temperature suggests. At 22°C (72°F) overnight, nights are warm enough to sit outside comfortably in light clothing.

Sunshine in Batu Caves in January

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 185 hours. Even though this month is part of the wet season, you can still see the sun occasionally.

Wind Speed in Batu Caves in January

Average wind conditions reach 2 m/s (4 knots) in January. This creates comfortable weather with light winds that gently move vegetation. Keep in mind this is an average. Daily conditions range from near-calm to more noticeable wind.

January in Batu Caves can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Batu Caves Temperature in January

Min Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Max Temperature
31°C (88°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
215 mm (8.5 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
80% *
Windspeed
2 m/s (4 knots) *
Sunshine
185 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (19 KM, 12 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Batu Caves in January

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Batu Caves in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    7/10
  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    6/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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