Temperature
Hot by day, warm at night.
86°Ftypical Aug high
Typical range
Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia · Southeast Asia
Kuala Lumpur is most comfortable around February, June, and July, its relatively drier stretch in a warm, humid climate.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
72°F to 87°F
Rain
24 days/mo
Sunshine
6.1 h/day
Humidity feel
Humid year-round
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
Rain most days.
74%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Cloudier spells limit sunshine.
6.1 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Hot days with humid air through much of the month.
63%Aug share of very humid air hours
Hot airHumid airVery humid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 96° and nights feel near 85°.
WarmHotSwelteringNight shading
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Mostly cloudy skies.
14%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 87°F, easing to about 83°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning80°F
Feels 89°F
Rain28%
Cloud85%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityLow
Best windowMidday87°F
Feels 96°F
Rain69%
Cloud85%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon87°F
Feels 96°F
Rain65%
Cloud87%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityModerate
Early evening83°F
Feels 92°F
Rain33%
Cloud86%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityMinimal
Wind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
3 mphAug Calm
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jun 19, 2026
Data & methodology