The weather in August in Malaysia
It's hot in August in Malaysia with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 27°C.
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Malaysia. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Malaysia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2016, Malaysia reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 23°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 170 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in August for Malaysia
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Malaysia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Malaysia | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 170 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 18 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Malaysia with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Malaysia is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Check out the climate of Malaysia for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Malaysia is based on weather data from Langkawi. Other places, like Kuala Lumpur, Penang or Borneo, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Malaysia to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Malaysia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Malaysia
Temperature in August in Malaysia over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Malaysia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Malaysia
Total precipitation in August in Malaysia over the years
Daily UV index in August in Malaysia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Malaysia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in August in Malaysia
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Sometimes it rained, which cooled us down a bit. It was perfect for beach days and inland adventures.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Malaysia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Malaysia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.