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Pahang Weather in October

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

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

What to Expect in Pahang in October

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Brinchang at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Mentekab at 34°C (93°F). At night it cools down to 24°C (75°F) in Mentekab and 20°C (68°F) in Brinchang. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To explore the conditions in Pahang, Malaysia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Mentekab with an average of 162 mm (6.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Sungai Lembing with 359 mm (14 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Kuantan gets approximately 163 hours of sunlight in October, 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)

January29°C (84°F) February30°C (86°F) March30°C (86°F) April30°C (86°F) May30°C (86°F) This monthJune30°C (86°F) July29°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 October

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

Temperature range in Pahang (October)

Precipitation variation in Pahang (October)

Kuantan

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

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
163 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
240 mm (9.4 in)
308 mm (12 in)
344 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kuantan →

Tanah Rata

In October Tanah Rata generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
120 hours
96 hours
Monthly rainfall
288 mm (11 in)
343 mm (14 in)
360 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
23 days
24 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tanah Rata →

Brinchang

In October Brinchang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
120 hours
96 hours
Monthly rainfall
288 mm (11 in)
341 mm (13 in)
353 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
23 days
24 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Brinchang →

Jerantut

In October Jerantut generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
172 mm (6.8 in)
221 mm (8.7 in)
261 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Jerantut →

Cherating

In October 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 poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
163 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
189 mm (7.4 in)
265 mm (10 in)
414 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
21 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Cherating →

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

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Pahang in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tanah Rata 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 343 mm (14 in)
Kuantan 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 308 mm (12 in)
Brinchang 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 341 mm (13 in)
Jerantut 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 221 mm (8.7 in)
Cherating 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 265 mm (10 in)
Bentong 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 254 mm (10 in)

Pahang weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Pahang, Malaysia typically experiences poor weather in October, 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 October?

In Kuantan, the average daytime high in October is 32°C (90°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

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

Rainfall in Pahang, Malaysia peaks during October. Kuantan averages roughly 308 mm (12 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Pahang, Malaysia?

In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Pahang, Malaysia with often poor weather in Kuantan.

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

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