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Pahang Weather in January

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

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

What to Expect in Pahang in January

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

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Tioman Island at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Mentekab at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Mentekab and 26°C (79°F) in Tioman Island. During this period, Kuantan experiences its coolest temperatures annually.

For specific regional insights in Pahang, Malaysia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Mentekab with an average of 119 mm (4.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Pekan with 280 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Kuantan gets around 142 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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 January

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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Pahang, Malaysia?

Temperature range in Pahang (January)

Precipitation variation in Pahang (January)

Kuantan

In January Kuantan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
142 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
350 mm (14 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Tanah Rata

In January Tanah Rata generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
119 hours
128 hours
132 hours
Monthly rainfall
281 mm (11 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Brinchang

In January Brinchang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
119 hours
128 hours
132 hours
Monthly rainfall
275 mm (11 in)
179 mm (7 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Jerantut

In January Jerantut generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
244 mm (9.6 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Cherating

In January Cherating generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
142 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
493 mm (19 in)
273 mm (11 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions

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

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 Pahang in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tanah Rata 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)
Kuantan 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 198 mm (7.8 in)
Brinchang 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 179 mm (7 in)
Jerantut 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)
Cherating 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 273 mm (11 in)
Bentong 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)

Pahang weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Pahang, Malaysia brings poor weather. In Kuantan, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 23°C (73°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Kuantan peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in January, dropping to about 23°C (73°F) overnight.

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

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Pahang, Malaysia, with Kuantan averaging around 198 mm (7.8 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Pahang, Malaysia?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February and March offering mostly unpleasant weather in Kuantan.

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