The month in detail
What to expect in March
In March, Kuala Lumpur sees 90°F during the day with 6.7h of sunshine per day. With 48% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
March ranks 11 out of 12 months in Kuala Lumpur. Compared to February: 6 pts more rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in March
UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
very humid
23°
Daylight
12.0h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 81
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Is March the right month?
The best month in Kuala Lumpur is June (5.2/10), 0.6 pt higher than March.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Malaysia
🗣️LanguageMalay
💶CurrencyMalaysian Ringgit (RM)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.45°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthFebruary · 90°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 86°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 66%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Kuala Lumpur ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
MalaysiaEquatorial tropical climate with a 5.2 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
3.14°N · 101.69°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
June is the best month with 88°F highs, 75°F lows, 6.5h of sunshine and 32.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Kuala Lumpur get in June?
Kuala Lumpur averages 6.5 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 5.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in Kuala Lumpur?
November is the most unfavourable month with November has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Kuala Lumpur in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 75°F, while afternoon highs average 88°F.
Is Kuala Lumpur good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Kuala Lumpur scores 4.8/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 5.1/10.
When should you avoid Kuala Lumpur?
November is the most difficult month to visit Kuala Lumpur, with November has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Kuala Lumpur in March?
The average UV index reaches 9 in March in Kuala Lumpur (very high), with about 12.0h of daylight. Protection essential.