Malaysia

Best Time to Visit
Kuala Lumpur

Visit in September — score 44/100 · avg high 87°F · feels like 90°F · 25 rainy days

What matters most for your trip to Kuala Lumpur?

See how the best month changes based on your travel style

Opens the interactive planner with Kuala Lumpur pre-loaded

Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

87°/74°F · Feels 89°F
25 rain days
11.8h daylight
High crowds
Average

February

89°/74°F · Feels 89°F
22 rain days
11.9h daylight
High crowds
Average

March

89°/75°F · Feels 91°F
26 rain days
12.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

April

88°/76°F · Feels 91°F
29 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

88°/76°F · Feels 92°F
27 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

#2
88°/76°F · Feels 91°F
24 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

88°/75°F · Feels 90°F
22 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

August

87°/75°F · Feels 90°F
26 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

September

#1
87°/75°F · Feels 90°F
25 rain days
12.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

87°/75°F · Feels 90°F
25 rain days
11.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

#3
86°/75°F · Feels 89°F
29 rain days
11.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

December

86°/74°F · Feels 89°F
28 rain days
11.8h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January4180°87°74°2522811.8hHighAverage
February4081°89°74°2213611.9hHighAverage
March4181°89°75°2621212.0hModerateAverage
April4081°88°76°2930012.1hModerateAverage
May4181°88°76°2726012.1hModerateBelow avg
June4381°88°76°2418412.2hModerateBelow avg
July4281°88°75°2216612.2hModerateAverage
August4281°87°75°2620712.1hModerateAverage
September4480°87°75°2524212.0hModerateBelow avg
October4280°87°75°2525011.9hModerateAverage
November4379°86°75°2937011.9hModerateAverage
December3979°86°74°2831211.8hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
41/100
High
88°F
Low
76°F
Rain days
27/mo
Crowds
moderate

Spring in Kuala Lumpur (March, April, May) brings average highs of 88°F and lows of 76°F, with about 27 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 41/100, with May being the strongest month of the season at 41/100.

Summer

Score
43/100
High
88°F
Low
75°F
Rain days
24/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Kuala Lumpur (June, July, August) brings average highs of 88°F and lows of 75°F, with about 24 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 43/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 43/100.

Fall

Score
43/100
High
87°F
Low
75°F
Rain days
26/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Kuala Lumpur (September, October, November) brings average highs of 87°F and lows of 75°F, with about 26 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 43/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 44/100.

Winter

Score
40/100
High
87°F
Low
74°F
Rain days
25/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Kuala Lumpur (December, January, February) brings average highs of 87°F and lows of 74°F, with about 25 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 40/100, with January being the strongest month of the season at 41/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

Book Your Trip to Kuala Lumpur

We may earn a commission if you book through our links, at no extra cost to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Kuala Lumpur?
The best month to visit Kuala Lumpur is September, with an overall travel score of 44/100. Expect average highs of 87°F, about 25 rainy days, and moderate tourist crowds.
Is Kuala Lumpur expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Kuala Lumpur are relatively moderate, averaging 87% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Kuala Lumpur in December?
December in Kuala Lumpur has average highs of 86°F and lows of 74°F, with approximately 28 rainy days and 11.8 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 39/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
The most affordable time to visit Kuala Lumpur is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is December (score: 39/100).

Fine-Tune Your Kuala Lumpur Trip

Want more control? Adjust the exact weight of every factor — temperature comfort, dry weather, daylight hours, crowd levels, and cost — with interactive sliders and see scores update in real time.

Open Full Planner

Similar Destinations