Kuala Lumpur Weather in March
Malaysia · March climate averages and travel tips
Avg high31°C (87°F)
Avg low23°C (73°F)
Rainfall209 mm (8.2 in)
RatingPoor 1.8/10
Kuala Lumpur in March sees daytime temperatures around 31°C (87°F), dropping to about 23°C (73°F) at night. The month is wet, with about 209 mm (8.2 in) of rain spread over 22 days. Humidity averages 85%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 12 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is March a good time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
March is not the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur (1.8/10) mainly because of the rain. The weather is much better in January and February.
March weather at a glance
| Average high | 31°C (87°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 23°C (73°F) |
| Daily mean | 26°C (80°F) |
| Rainfall | 209 mm (8.2 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 22 |
| Humidity | 85% |
| Cloud cover | 78% |
| Daylight | 12 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 2.9 hours/day |
| Wind | 2.7 km/h |
| vs February | 1°C warmer than February, with 51 mm more rain. |
What to pack for Kuala Lumpur in March
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Kuala Lumpur weather in other months
Jan29°C / 22°C220 mmPoorFeb30°C / 22°C158 mmPoorMar31°C / 23°C209 mmPoorApr31°C / 24°C223 mmPoorMay31°C / 24°C195 mmPoorJun30°C / 24°C174 mmPoorJul29°C / 24°C161 mmPoorAug30°C / 23°C197 mmPoorSep30°C / 23°C198 mmPoorOct30°C / 23°C265 mmPoorNov29°C / 23°C328 mmPoorDec29°C / 23°C306 mmPoor
← FebruaryBest time to visit Kuala LumpurApril →
Better weather in March nearby
- Dubai27°C · 17 mm · Excellent
- Abu Dhabi27°C · 14 mm · Excellent
- Kathmandu25°C · 24 mm · Excellent
- Pokhara25°C · 37 mm · Excellent
- Aqaba26°C · 6 mm · Excellent
- Baghdad25°C · 30 mm · Excellent
Nearby in March
- Malacca30°C · 175 mm
- Pekanbaru29°C · 264 mm
- George Town31°C · 133 mm
- Singapore30°C · 228 mm
- Medan30°C · 138 mm
- Batam30°C · 242 mm
Where else is good in March? See where to go in March.