The weather in January in Malaysia
It's hot in January in Malaysia with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 27°C.
January is a good month to be in Malaysia for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January 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 36°C in 2022, Malaysia reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 22°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 30 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in January for Malaysia
Click on any day in January 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.
January weather comparison
| Malaysia | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 33°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 30 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 6 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Malaysia with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 26°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Malaysia is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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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.
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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 January in Malaysia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Malaysia
Temperature in January in Malaysia over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January 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 January in Malaysia
Total precipitation in January in Malaysia over the years
Daily UV index in January in Malaysia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January 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 January in Malaysia
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The climate is excellent, although some days have high humidity and rain. Ideal for those who want warmth and sunshine but can tolerate rain.— 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.