Melaka

Melaka Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Melaka, Malaysia in January.

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Melaka Alor Gajah Kampong Tanjong Bedara Tampin

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

What to Expect in Melaka in January

Melaka, Malaysia is a region in Malaysia. January in Melaka generally has very warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Melaka. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Melaka, Malaysia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Melaka with an average of 120 mm (4.7 in) to high rainfall in Tampin with 140 mm (5.5 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Melaka enjoys approximately 194 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Melaka by month

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

January30°C (86°F) February31°C (88°F) March31°C (88°F) April31°C (88°F) May31°C (88°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November30°C (86°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Melaka in January

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

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 Melaka

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Melaka, Malaysia?

Temperature range in Melaka (January)

Precipitation variation in Melaka (January)

Melaka

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

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
194 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
231 mm (9.1 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Melaka →

Alor Gajah

In January Alor Gajah generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
194 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
235 mm (9.3 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Alor Gajah →

Kampong Tanjong Bedara

In January Kampong Tanjong Bedara generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
194 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
232 mm (9.1 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Kampong Tanjong Bedara →

Tampin

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

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
194 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
236 mm (9.3 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Tampin →

Durian Tunggal

In January Durian Tunggal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
194 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
230 mm (9.1 in)
128 mm (5 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Durian Tunggal →

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In our records: Malaysia January extremes

Notable January 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 coldest January daytime high in Malaysia was 22°C (72°F) in Taman Negara National Park on January 12, 2018.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Melaka in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Melaka 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Alor Gajah 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Kampong Tanjong Bedara 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Tampin 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Durian Tunggal 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Kampong Baharu Sungai Udang 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)

Melaka weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Melaka, Malaysia in January?

Melaka, Malaysia typically experiences unpleasant weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Melaka average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Melaka, Malaysia in January?

In Melaka, the average daytime high in January is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Melaka, Malaysia get a lot of rain in January?

Melaka typically receives notable rainfall in January, about 120 mm (4.7 in) on average across Melaka, Malaysia.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Melaka, Malaysia?

In our opinion, January is a good time to visit Melaka, Malaysia with overall tolerable weather in Melaka. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February offering mostly tolerable weather in Melaka. On the other hand, the weather in April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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