Kedah Weather in March

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

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Pantai Cenang Kuah Kampung Padang Masirat Alor Setar

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

What to Expect in Kedah in March

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very warm in Teluk Datai at 31°C (88°F) and very hot in Changlun at 35°C (95°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Changlun and 26°C (79°F) in Teluk Datai. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Teluk Datai with an average of 112 mm (4.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Kulim with 214 mm (8.4 in).

Explore Kedah by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kedah — and find the best time to visit. (based on Pantai Cenang)

January32°C (90°F) February32°C (90°F) March32°C (90°F) April32°C (90°F) May31°C (88°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August31°C (88°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November30°C (86°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kedah in March

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

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 Kedah

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

Temperature range in Kedah (March)

Precipitation variation in Kedah (March)

Pantai Cenang

In March Pantai Cenang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable 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 rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
9 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Pantai Cenang →

Kuah

In March Kuah generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable 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 rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
8 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Kuah →

Kampung Padang Masirat

In March Kampung Padang Masirat generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable 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 rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
8 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Kampung Padang Masirat →

Alor Setar

In March Alor Setar generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
219 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Alor Setar →

Sungai Petani

In March Sungai Petani generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
201 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
177 mm (7 in)
231 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
11 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Sungai Petani →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pantai Cenang 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Kuah 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Kampung Padang Masirat 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Alor Setar 34°C (93°F) 25°C (77°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Sungai Petani 34°C (93°F) 25°C (77°F) 177 mm (7 in)
Changlun 35°C (95°F) 24°C (75°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)

Kedah weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Kedah, Malaysia in March. The popular destination of Pantai Cenang averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Kedah, Malaysia during March range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 32°C (90°F) in Pantai Cenang.

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

Kedah, Malaysia sees substantial rainfall in March. Pantai Cenang typically averages about 117 mm (4.6 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Kedah, Malaysia?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Kedah, Malaysia with overall tolerable weather in Pantai Cenang.

Generally speaking, January and February provide tolerable weather in Pantai Cenang. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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