What’s the climate like in Kuala Lumpur?
The current climate of Kuala Lumpur features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 34°C during the day to lows of 30°C. The average yearly temperature is around 33°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 18°C and in the warmer months around 25°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Kuala Lumpur in recent years was 39°C in March 2019. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 22°C in March 2023.
On average, Kuala Lumpur receives 2367 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, London gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
Curious about the climate in other parts of Malaysia? Check out the weather and climate in places like Penang, Borneo, or have a look at other destinations in Malaysia.
Best time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
The best time to visit Kuala Lumpur for pleasant to warm weather is January through October. There might be some rain during this period, but the temperatures are just right for exploring Kuala Lumpur.
Climate Table of Kuala Lumpur
The climate table of Kuala Lumpur shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 33 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 30 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 25 | 25 | 18 | 24 | 25 | 22 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 23 | 25 | 19 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 207 | 139 | 172 | 221 | 206 | 111 | 106 | 137 | 166 | 264 | 329 | 309 |
| UV Index | 7 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 33°C
- Highest temperature: 34°C in February, March and April
- Lowest temperature: 30°C in December
- Precipitation: 2367 mm per year, averaging 197 mm per month
- Driest months: 106 mm in July, 111 mm in June and 137 mm in August
- Wettest months: 329 mm in November, 309 mm in December and 264 mm in October
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Average Temperature per Month in Kuala Lumpur
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Kuala Lumpur
This graph shows how much precipitation Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Kuala Lumpur
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Kuala Lumpur
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Kuala Lumpur
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
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Average Weather in Kuala Lumpur by Month
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