City in Sarawak, Malaysia
Kuching weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Kuching
Drier Mar–Aug; wettest Nov–Feb with frequent heavy downpours. Hot and humid all year. Rainforest Music Festival (usually July) is busy.
Kuching weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan28°547 mm
- Feb28°403 mm
- Mar29°302 mm
- Apr29°282 mm
- May30°239 mm
- Jun29°229 mm
- Jul29°215 mm
- Aug30°220 mm
- Sep29°241 mm
- Oct29°319 mm
- Nov29°345 mm
- Dec28°461 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C82°F | 24°C76°F | 547 mm | 90% | Very wet |
| February | 28°C83°F | 24°C76°F | 403 mm | 89% | Very wet |
| March | 29°C84°F | 25°C76°F | 302 mm | 87% | Very wet |
| April | 29°C85°F | 25°C78°F | 282 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| May | 30°C85°F | 26°C78°F | 239 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| June | 29°C85°F | 25°C78°F | 229 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| July | 29°C85°F | 25°C77°F | 215 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| August | 30°C85°F | 25°C77°F | 220 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| September | 29°C85°F | 25°C77°F | 241 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| October | 29°C84°F | 25°C77°F | 319 mm | 86% | Very wet |
| November | 29°C84°F | 25°C77°F | 345 mm | 88% | Very wet |
| December | 28°C83°F | 25°C76°F | 461 mm | 89% | Very wet |
Best months across Malaysia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Kuala Lumpur | Jan–Feb, Jun–Aug | Apr (31°C) |
| Penang | Dec–Mar | Mar (31°C) |
| Langkawi | Dec–Mar | Mar (32°C) |
| Malacca | Jan–Feb, Jun–Aug | Apr (30°C) |
| Kota Kinabalu | Feb–May | Apr (31°C) |
| Cameron Highlands | Mar–Jul | Mar (22°C) |
| Perhentian Islands | Apr–Aug | May (31°C) |
| Ipoh | Jan–Feb, Jun–Aug | Mar (31°C) |
| Johor Bahru | Feb–Mar, Jun–Aug | Apr (30°C) |
| Genting Highlands | Jan–Feb, Jun–Aug | Apr (29°C) |
| Kuching | Mar–Aug | May (30°C) |
| Tioman | Apr–Aug | May (27°C) |
| Redang | Apr–Aug | May (30°C) |
| Semporna | Apr–Sep | Apr (29°C) |
| Sandakan | Mar–Aug | May (29°C) |
| Taman Negara | Mar–Aug | Apr (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Kuching?
Mar–Aug. Drier Mar–Aug; wettest Nov–Feb with frequent heavy downpours. Hot and humid all year. Rainforest Music Festival (usually July) is busy.
When is the rainy season in Kuching?
Rain peaks in January with about 547 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: All year.
What is the hottest month in Kuching?
May, with average highs of 30°C (85°F).
How cold does Kuching get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 24°C (76°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Sarawak Tourism Board
- Kuching International Airport (Malaysia Airports)
- Grab Malaysia
- Normah Medical Specialist Centre
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.