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MalaysiaThe weather in August in Kuala Lumpur
It's hot in August in Kuala Lumpur with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 21°C.
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Kuala Lumpur. 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 Kuala Lumpur, 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 37°C in 2020, Kuala Lumpur reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 137 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Kuala Lumpur
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kuala Lumpur. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Kuala Lumpur | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 33°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 34°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 20°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 137 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 17 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Kuala Lumpur with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 34°C, with nights around 21°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Kuala Lumpur is around 34°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°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 8 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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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Kuala Lumpur
Temperature in August in Kuala Lumpur over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Kuala Lumpur, 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 Kuala Lumpur
Total precipitation in August in Kuala Lumpur over the years
Daily UV index in August in Kuala Lumpur
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Kuala Lumpur, 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.
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Average weather in Kuala Lumpur by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kuala Lumpur. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.