Malaysia climate and temperatures

Climate type

Mediterranean

Best time to visit

September – November

Avg. temperature

14°C – 30°C

Annual rainfall

600 mm

Warmest month

August (35°C)

Coldest month

January (11°C)

Driest month

July (22 mm)

Wettest month

October (84 mm)

The climate of Malaysia is a tropical rainforest climate (Köppen: Af), with high temperatures and heavy rainfall year-round, without a true dry season. Monthly temperatures range from a minimum of 30°C in December to a maximum of 34°C in February. The average annual temperature is around 33°C.

During the colder months, nighttime temperatures average around 18°C, while in the warmer months they average about 25°C.

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Climate table of Malaysia

The climate table below gives you a clear overview of the climate in Malaysia by month, from average temperatures and rainfall to UV levels. This makes it easy to see when the weather best suits your travel plans.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Temp. max (°C)	14	16	17	19	23	27	30	30	27	23	18	16
Temp. min (°C)	6	7	9	11	15	19	22	22	19	15	10	7
Rainfall
Rainfall (mm)	46	34	46	64	43	23	22	75	77	84	61	25
UV index	4	5	6	7	8	8	8	8	6	5	4	4

Best time to visit Malaysia

The best time to visit Malaysia is December. During this period, temperatures are usually pleasant to warm and there is relatively little rainfall. Especially in December, the climate is favorable, with an average high temperature of 30°C and around 309 mm of rainfall. The warmest month is February, with an average daytime temperature of around 34°C. The driest month is July, with about 106 mm of rainfall, while November is usually the wettest month of the year, with approximately 329 mm. Snow plays virtually no role in the climate here.

Average temperature per month

This chart shows the average daytime (maximum) and nighttime (minimum) temperatures per month in Malaysia. The figures are based on climate data from recent years and are presented in degrees Celsius, so you can clearly see the temperature range for each month.

Average rainfall per month

This chart shows the average monthly rainfall in Malaysia. The figures are based on long-term climate data and are displayed in millimeters, so you can immediately see which months are drier or wetter.

Average UV index per month

This chart shows the average monthly sun intensity in Malaysia. The UV index ranges from 0 (no UV radiation) to 11+ (extreme). A higher UV index means you can burn more quickly, making proper sun protection increasingly important.

Average annual temperature

This chart shows the average annual temperature in Malaysia based on data from the past ten years. It allows you to see at a glance how the climate is evolving and whether there are clear warming trends.

Average annual rainfall

This chart shows the average annual rainfall in Malaysia over the past ten years. It allows you to see at a glance how much rain falls each year and whether there are clear fluctuations between the years.

Weather experiences in Malaysia

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Average weather per month

Click on a month below and discover what the weather in Malaysia is typically like. For each period, you can instantly see the average temperature, rainfall, wind, and UV index. Thanks to years of historical weather data, you’ll know exactly what to expect during your trip.