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Pahang Weather in April

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

Planning a getaway to Pahang, Malaysia this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Pahang in April

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Tanah Rata at 30°C (86°F) to very warm in Mentekab at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Mentekab and 21°C (70°F) in Tanah Rata. 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 Pahang, Malaysia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Mentekab with an average of 137 mm (5.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Bertam Valley with 311 mm (12 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Kuantan gets approximately 183 hours of sunlight in April, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Pahang by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Pahang in April

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

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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 Pahang

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

Temperature range in Pahang (April)

Precipitation variation in Pahang (April)

Kuantan

In April Kuantan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
183 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
158 mm (6.2 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
213 mm (8.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Tanah Rata

In April Tanah Rata generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
150 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
258 mm (10 in)
310 mm (12 in)
267 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Brinchang

In April Brinchang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
150 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
252 mm (9.9 in)
304 mm (12 in)
267 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Jerantut

In April Jerantut generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
159 mm (6.3 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Cherating

In April Cherating generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
183 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
169 mm (6.7 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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

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 Pahang in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tanah Rata 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 310 mm (12 in)
Kuantan 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 181 mm (7.1 in)
Brinchang 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 304 mm (12 in)
Jerantut 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 174 mm (6.9 in)
Cherating 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Bentong 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 236 mm (9.3 in)

Pahang weather in April: frequently asked questions

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

Pahang, Malaysia typically experiences poor weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kuantan average around 33°C (91°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Kuantan peak at roughly 33°C (91°F) in April, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

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

Rainfall in Pahang, Malaysia peaks during April. Kuantan averages roughly 181 mm (7.1 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Pahang, Malaysia?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Pahang, Malaysia due to the typically unpleasant weather in Kuantan.

On average, the best time to visit Pahang, Malaysia is in February and March with generally unpleasant weather in Kuantan.

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