Best time to visit Kuala Lumpur

Q: When is the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur?

The best time to visit Kuala Lumpur is January based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Kuala Lumpur?

The hottest time of year in Kuala Lumpur is normally April. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 33°C with very high heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Kuala Lumpur?

In terms of rainfall, November is usually the wettest month in Kuala Lumpur with 278mm on average. There are normally 25 days in November with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Kuala Lumpur?

The sunniest time of year in Kuala Lumpur is normally February with bright sunshine on average for 57% of daylight hours; that's 7 hours of sunshine per day.

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When is the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur?

The best time to visit Kuala Lumpur is January based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

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Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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Which is the hottest month in Kuala Lumpur?

The hottest time of year in Kuala Lumpur is normally April. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 33°C with very high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Kuala Lumpur?

In terms of rainfall, November is usually the wettest month in Kuala Lumpur with 278mm on average. There are normally 25 days in November with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Kuala Lumpur?

The sunniest time of year in Kuala Lumpur is normally February with bright sunshine on average for 57% of daylight hours; that's 7 hours of sunshine per day.