Kelantan Weather in April

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

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Kota Bharu Gua Musang Tumpat Wakaf Che Yeh

Planning a journey to Kelantan, Malaysia this April and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Kelantan in April

Kelantan, Malaysia is a region in Malaysia. April in Kelantan generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Kota Bharu. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Kelantan, Malaysia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Tumpat with an average of 119 mm (4.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Pulai with 198 mm (7.8 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Kota Bharu sees close to 216 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Kelantan by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kelantan — and find the best time to visit. (based on Kota Bharu)

January29°C (84°F) February30°C (86°F) March31°C (88°F) April32°C (90°F) May32°C (90°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August32°C (90°F) September31°C (88°F) October31°C (88°F) November30°C (86°F) December29°C (84°F)
Best Time to Visit Kelantan →

Best Places to Visit in Kelantan in April

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

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 Kelantan

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Kelantan, Malaysia?

Temperature range in Kelantan (April)

Precipitation variation in Kelantan (April)

Kota Bharu

In April Kota Bharu 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.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
216 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Kota Bharu →

Gua Musang

In April Gua Musang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
245 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Gua Musang →

Tumpat

In April Tumpat 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.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
216 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Tumpat →

Wakaf Che Yeh

In April Wakaf Che Yeh generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
216 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
127 mm (5 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Wakaf Che Yeh →

Pulai

In April Pulai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
150 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
157 mm (6.2 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
246 mm (9.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Pulai →

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In our records: Malaysia April extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest April day in Malaysia reached 42°C (108°F) in Kuching on April 6, 1990.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kelantan in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kota Bharu 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Gua Musang 34°C (93°F) 23°C (73°F) 188 mm (7.4 in)
Tumpat 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Wakaf Che Yeh 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Pulai 34°C (93°F) 23°C (73°F) 198 mm (7.8 in)

Kelantan weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kelantan, Malaysia in April?

April in Kelantan, Malaysia brings unpleasant weather. In Kota Bharu, daytime temperatures are typically around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime lows hover near 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in Kelantan, Malaysia in April?

Daytime temperatures in Kota Bharu peak at roughly 32°C (90°F) in April, dropping to about 26°C (79°F) overnight.

Does Kelantan, Malaysia get a lot of rain in April?

Kota Bharu typically receives notable rainfall in April, about 121 mm (4.8 in) on average across Kelantan, Malaysia.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Kelantan, Malaysia?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Kota Bharu, April might be a good time to visit Kelantan, Malaysia. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January offering mostly pleasant weather in Kota Bharu. On the other hand, the months of September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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