Johor Weather in March

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

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Johor Bahru Skudai Batu Pahat Keluang

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

What to Expect in Johor in March

Johor, Malaysia is a region in Malaysia. March in Johor generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Pulau Sibu at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Segamat at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Segamat and 26°C (79°F) in Pulau Sibu. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

To explore the conditions in Johor, Malaysia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Taman Negara National Park with an average of 137 mm (5.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Kulai with 225 mm (8.9 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Johor Bahru typically receives 194 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Johor by month

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

January30°C (86°F) February31°C (88°F) March32°C (90°F) April32°C (90°F) May32°C (90°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August31°C (88°F) September31°C (88°F) October31°C (88°F) November31°C (88°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Johor in March

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

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 Johor

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

Temperature range in Johor (March)

Precipitation variation in Johor (March)

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 →

Skudai

In March Skudai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°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
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
194 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
152 mm (6 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
259 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Skudai →

Batu Pahat

In March Batu Pahat 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 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
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
235 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Batu Pahat →

Keluang

In March Keluang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°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)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
133 mm (5.2 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
233 mm (9.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Keluang →

Mersing

In March Mersing generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
mixed
Climate in Mersing →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Johor, in Malaysia.

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 Johor in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Johor Bahru 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 211 mm (8.3 in)
Skudai 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)
Batu Pahat 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 182 mm (7.2 in)
Keluang 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 197 mm (7.8 in)
Mersing 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 182 mm (7.2 in)
Muar 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)

Johor weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Johor, Malaysia in March?

Expect less favorable weather across Johor, Malaysia in March. The popular destination of Johor Bahru averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Johor, Malaysia in March?

Average temperatures in Johor, Malaysia during March range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 32°C (90°F) in Johor Bahru.

Does Johor, Malaysia get a lot of rain in March?

Rainfall in Johor, Malaysia peaks during March. Johor Bahru averages roughly 211 mm (8.3 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Johor, Malaysia?

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

Generally speaking, February, July and August provide mixed weather in Johor Bahru.

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