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Petaling Jaya weather in August (Selangor, Malaysia)

What does the weather outlook for Petaling Jaya look like in August? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

Typically, August in Petaling Jaya includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 33°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 24°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Precipitation

Petaling Jaya in August usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 161 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 189 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Petaling Jaya climate page with graphs.

 

Petaling Jaya, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 161 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 189 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (6 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in Malaysia in August

Find out more about the weather in Malaysia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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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