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Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia in March.

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Kuala Lumpur Petaling Jaya Batu Caves Ampang

Planning a trip to Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory in March

Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia is a region in Malaysia. March in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Kuala Lumpur. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

For a closer look at conditions across Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kuala Lumpur with an average of 218 mm (8.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Cheras with 268 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Kuala Lumpur enjoys approximately 208 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory — and find the best time to visit. (based on Kuala Lumpur)

January32°C (90°F) February33°C (91°F) March33°C (91°F) April33°C (91°F) May33°C (91°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August33°C (91°F) September33°C (91°F) October32°C (90°F) November32°C (90°F) December32°C (90°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory.

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 Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia?

Temperature range in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory (March)

Precipitation variation in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory (March)

Kuala Lumpur

In March Kuala Lumpur generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
208 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
174 mm (6.9 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
251 mm (9.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Kuala Lumpur →

Petaling Jaya

In March Petaling Jaya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
208 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
181 mm (7.1 in)
232 mm (9.1 in)
267 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Petaling Jaya →

Batu Caves

In March Batu Caves generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
208 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
190 mm (7.5 in)
261 mm (10 in)
300 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Batu Caves →

Ampang

In March Ampang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
208 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
193 mm (7.6 in)
266 mm (10 in)
307 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Ampang →

Cheras

In March Cheras 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 poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
208 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
201 mm (7.9 in)
268 mm (11 in)
310 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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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 Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kuala Lumpur 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 218 mm (8.6 in)
Petaling Jaya 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 232 mm (9.1 in)
Batu Caves 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 261 mm (10 in)
Ampang 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 266 mm (10 in)
Cheras 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 268 mm (11 in)
Kampong Pandan Dalam 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 266 mm (10 in)

Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia in March?

Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia typically experiences poor weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kuala Lumpur average around 33°C (91°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia in March?

Kuala Lumpur averages a daytime maximum of 33°C (91°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

Does Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia get a lot of rain in March?

Yes. March brings heavy rainfall to Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia, with Kuala Lumpur averaging around 218 mm (8.6 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Kuala Lumpur, March may not be the ideal time to visit Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly poor weather in Kuala Lumpur.

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