March weather forecast
Malaysia

March signals the beginning of the first inter-monsoon period in Malaysia, a time characterized by decreased rainfall, relative to the Northeast Monsoon season, and increased sunlight. Rainfall is generally lower across the entire country, with both Peninsular Malaysia and Borneo seeing reduced precipitation. Cities such as Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Malacca on the west coast of the peninsula receive average rainfall of approximately 100mm (3.94") to 150mm (5.91"). The eastern regions of the peninsula and areas in Borneo, including Kuantan and Kuching, see a more notable reduction in rainfall, with average precipitation dropping to about 150mm (5.91") to 200mm (7.87").

Despite the decline in rainfall, Malaysia's tropical heat endures, with average temperatures in March consistently ranging from 26°C (78.8°F) to 32°C (89.6°F). High humidity remains a constant feature of the country's climate, contributing to the overall warm and humid atmosphere.

In terms of sunshine, March experiences an increase in average daily hours of sunlight, moving up to about 8 hours per day. This is due to the reduced cloud cover as the country transitions away from the monsoon season.

Once again, the Cameron Highlands provide cooler temperatures, ranging between 14°C (57.2°F) to 24°C (75.2°F), offering a refreshing contrast to the coastal and lowland regions. The highlands also experience a decrease in rainfall compared to February, but it remains significant, so visitors should be prepared for intermittent showers. As the inter-monsoon period unfolds, the subsequent months will witness increasingly drier and sunnier conditions.

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• Kuala Lumpur - March »
  In Kuala Lumpur, in March, during 25.1 rainfall days, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kuala Lumpur, during March, the rain falls for 25.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 70mm (2.76") of precipitation.
• George Town - March »
  In George Town, in March, during 24 rainfall days, 106mm (4.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In George Town, in March, it is raining for 24 days, with typically 106mm (4.17") of accumulated precipitation.
• Johor Bahru - March »
  February and March, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. In Johor Bahru, Malaysia, in March, the average water temperature is 28.6°C (83.5°F).
• Ipoh - March »
  On the first day of March in Ipoh, Malaysia, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. In Ipoh in March, it is raining for 27.2 days, with typically 185mm (7.28") of accumulated precipitation.
• Kuching - March »
  In Kuching during March, the rain falls for 21.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 98mm (3.86") of precipitation. In Kuching, in March, the average water temperature is 29°C (84.2°F).
• Kota Kinabalu - March »
  The month with the least rainfall in Kota Kinabalu is March, when the rain falls for 6 days and typically collects 51mm (2.01") of precipitation. The month with the least rainfall in Kota Kinabalu is March, when the rain falls for 6 days and typically collects 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.
• Shah Alam - March »
  In Shah Alam in March, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 19mm (0.75") of accumulated precipitation. In March, the average relative humidity in Shah Alam is 77%.
• Alor Setar - March »
  The months of February and March bring the highest temperatures in Alor Setar averaging a high of 33.3°C (91.9°F). In Alor Setar, the months of February and March register the highest average temperatures, peaking at 33.3°C (91.9°F).
• Miri - March »
  In Miri during March, the rain falls for 24.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 109mm (4.29") of precipitation. In Miri, Malaysia, during March, the rain falls for 24.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 109mm (4.29") of precipitation.
• Petaling Jaya - March »
  In Petaling Jaya, in March, it is raining for 25.6 days, with typically 108mm (4.25") of accumulated precipitation. In Petaling Jaya, in March, it is raining for 25.6 days, with typically 108mm (4.25") of accumulated precipitation.
• Seremban - March »
  Seremban's March weather, marked by an average high temperature of 31.8°C (89.2°F) and an average low temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F), is the warmest in the year. On the first day of March in Seremban, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:26 pm.
• Kuantan - March »
  In Kuantan in March, during 9 rainfall days, 178mm (7.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of March in Kuantan, Malaysia, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:20 pm.