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Pahang Weather in March

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

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Planning a getaway to Pahang, Malaysia this March 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 March

Pahang, Malaysia is a region in Malaysia. March 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 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Mentekab at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Mentekab and 26°C (79°F) in Tioman Island. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Pahang, Malaysia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Mentekab with an average of 128 mm (5 in) to heavy rainfall in Tanah Rata with 258 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Kuantan as an example - it receives around 179 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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)

January29°C (84°F) February30°C (86°F) March30°C (86°F) April30°C (86°F) May30°C (86°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October29°C (84°F) November28°C (82°F) December28°C (82°F)
Best Time to Visit Pahang →

Best Places to Visit in Pahang in March

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

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 Pahang

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

Temperature range in Pahang (March)

Precipitation variation in Pahang (March)

Kuantan

In March Kuantan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
179 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Kuantan →

Tanah Rata

In March Tanah Rata generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
132 hours
166 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
173 mm (6.8 in)
258 mm (10 in)
310 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Tanah Rata →

Brinchang

In March Brinchang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
132 hours
166 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
167 mm (6.6 in)
252 mm (9.9 in)
304 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Brinchang →

Jerantut

In March Jerantut generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Jerantut →

Cherating

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

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
179 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Cherating →

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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 Pahang in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tanah Rata 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 258 mm (10 in)
Kuantan 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Brinchang 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 252 mm (9.9 in)
Jerantut 34°C (93°F) 23°C (73°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Cherating 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 169 mm (6.7 in)
Bentong 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 204 mm (8 in)

Pahang weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Pahang, Malaysia typically experiences unpleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kuantan average around 32°C (90°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Kuantan peak at roughly 32°C (90°F) in March, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

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

Yes, March tends to be a wetter month in Pahang, Malaysia. Average rainfall in Kuantan sits around 158 mm (6.2 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Pahang, Malaysia?

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit Pahang, Malaysia with overall tolerable weather in Kuantan.

Generally speaking, February and March provide unpleasant weather in Kuantan.

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