Weather radar Kuala Lumpur
Real-time precipitation radar · KL · Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Kuala Lumpur shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 31.3° | 32.4° | 32.6° | 32.7° | 32.8° | 32.2° | 32.1° | 31.7° | 31.6° | 32° | 31.5° | 31.1° |
| Avg low (°C) | 24° | 24.1° | 24.5° | 24.8° | 25.1° | 24.4° | 24.6° | 24.1° | 24.2° | 24.3° | 24.3° | 24.2° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 193 | 161 | 252 | 320 | 259 | 221 | 132 | 267 | 236 | 268 | 432 | 318 |
| Rainy days | 23 | 19 | 26 | 28 | 25 | 23 | 19 | 27 | 26 | 24 | 28 | 26 |
| Sunshine hours | 266 | 280 | 298 | 284 | 292 | 293 | 300 | 278 | 260 | 275 | 223 | 233 |
| Humidity | 84% | 81% | 83% | 85% | 84% | 84% | 82% | 84% | 84% | 84% | 87% | 86% |
Best time to visit Kuala Lumpur
The best time to visit Kuala Lumpur is typically July. In this month the average high is 32.1°C, precipitation is 132 mm and sunshine duration is 300 hours. The annual average high is 32°C, total annual precipitation is 3059 mm (294 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3282 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kuala Lumpur
How up to date is the weather radar for Kuala Lumpur?
The weather radar for Kuala Lumpur is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Kuala Lumpur?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Kuala Lumpur: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Kuala Lumpur?
The thunderstorm potential for Kuala Lumpur is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Kuala Lumpur.
What is the climate like in Kuala Lumpur?
Kuala Lumpur has an annual average high of 32°C. The warmest month is May (avg high 32.8°C), the coldest January (avg low 24°C). The wettest month is November with 432 mm, the driest July with 132 mm. Total annual precipitation is 3059 mm (294 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3282 hours.
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