Weather in August in Pahang
Planning a trip to Pahang this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Pahang in August?
Pahang is a region in Malaysia. August in Pahang generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Brinchang at 29°C to very warm in Mentekab at 34°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C in Mentekab and 20°C in Brinchang. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Pahang, check out the map below.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Mentekab with an average of 105 mm to heavy rainfall in Sungai Lembing with 267 mm.Average sunshine
Kuantan enjoys a balanced 176 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Pahang climate page.
Where to go in Pahang in August
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Malaysia, check out our Pahang's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Pahang?
Kuantan
In August Kuantan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Tanah Rata
In August Tanah Rata generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Brinchang
In August Brinchang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Jerantut
In August Jerantut generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Cherating
In August Cherating generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Pahang, in Malaysia.
Is August the best time to visit Pahang?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Kuantan, August may not be the ideal time to visit Pahang.
On average, the best time to visit Pahang is in February and March with generally tolerable weather in Kuantan. On the other hand, the weather in May, August, September, October, November and December tend to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
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