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Perak Weather in April

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

Planning a trip to Perak, Malaysia this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Perak in April

Perak, Malaysia is a region in Malaysia. April in Perak generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 30°C (86°F) in Pangkor Island to 34°C (93°F) in Teluk Intan. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Teluk Intan and 26°C (79°F) in Pangkor Island. 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.

For a closer look at conditions across Perak, Malaysia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Teluk Intan with an average of 213 mm (8.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Sungkai with 322 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Ipoh gets around 150 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 Perak by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Perak in April

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

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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 Perak

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

Temperature range in Perak (April)

Precipitation variation in Perak (April)

Ipoh

In April Ipoh generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
150 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
234 mm (9.2 in)
277 mm (11 in)
205 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Lumut

In April Lumut 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 poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
217 mm (8.5 in)
243 mm (9.6 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Pangkor Island

In April Pangkor Island generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°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)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
214 mm (8.4 in)
241 mm (9.5 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Taiping

In April Taiping generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor 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)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
227 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
233 mm (9.2 in)
265 mm (10 in)
222 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Sitiawan

In April Sitiawan 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 poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
224 mm (8.8 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ipoh 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 277 mm (11 in)
Lumut 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 243 mm (9.6 in)
Pangkor Island 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 241 mm (9.5 in)
Taiping 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 265 mm (10 in)
Sitiawan 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 249 mm (9.8 in)
Tambun 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 295 mm (12 in)

Perak weather in April: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Perak, Malaysia in April. The popular destination of Ipoh averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 23°C (73°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Perak, Malaysia during April range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 32°C (90°F) in Ipoh.

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

Rainfall in Perak, Malaysia peaks during April. Ipoh averages roughly 277 mm (11 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Perak, Malaysia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Ipoh, April may not be the ideal time to visit Perak, Malaysia.

On average, the best time to visit Perak, Malaysia is in February, June, July and August with generally unpleasant weather in Ipoh.

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