Current Weather and Forecast in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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About the weather in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur has a tropical rainforest climate. May is the warmest month, with average highs of 88°, and November the coldest, when nights fall to around 75°. November brings the most rain, on about 29 days, while February is the sunniest, with 10.0 hours of sunshine a day. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 296 days.
Kuala Lumpur climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit
Common questions
What should I pack for Kuala Lumpur?
It depends on the month: May runs to 88°F (31°C) while November holds at 86°F (30°C). The full month-by-month breakdown is in the packing notes above.
What is the hottest month in Kuala Lumpur?
May, averaging 88°F (31°C) by day and 76°F (24°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 97°F (36°C).
Does it rain a lot in Kuala Lumpur?
115.7 inches (2939 mm) a year across 296 wet days - more than 98% of the cities we cover.
What is the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
January to June is the sweet spot for Kuala Lumpur - the dry season is running but the afternoons are still bearable. Expect 88°F (31°C) in the afternoon and around 24 days of rain in a typical month of it. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in January.
Is there snow in Kuala Lumpur?
Effectively no. The 2015-2024 record for Kuala Lumpur shows no regular measurable snowfall.
When is Kuala Lumpur at its coldest?
November, with highs of 86°F (30°C) and lows near 75°F (24°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to 67°F (19°C).
When does it rain most in Kuala Lumpur?
November, at 15.0 inches (380 mm) over about 29 days. February is the driest month, at 4.6 inches (117 mm).