Top cities in Malaysia
The capital: the Petronas Towers, big malls and the Batu Caves.
Beaches, a cable car over the rainforest and island-hopping trips.
Historic George Town and famous food.
A cool hill resort an hour from the capital, with a theme park and cable car.
Tea plantations, strawberry farms and a mild climate.
Weather in Kuala Lumpur by month
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | 33° | 33° | 34° | 34° | 34° | 33° | 33° | 33° | 33° | 33° | 32° | 32° |
| Low | 24° | 24° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 24° | 25° | 24° | 24° | 24° | 24° |
| Rain (mm) | 227 | 193 | 270 | 302 | 230 | 146 | 165 | 174 | 220 | 284 | 356 | 281 |
| Month | High | Low | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 33° | 24° | 227 |
| Feb | 33° | 24° | 193 |
| Mar | 34° | 25° | 270 |
| Apr | 34° | 25° | 302 |
| May | 34° | 25° | 230 |
| Jun | 33° | 25° | 146 |
| Jul | 33° | 24° | 165 |
| Aug | 33° | 25° | 174 |
| Sep | 33° | 24° | 220 |
| Oct | 33° | 24° | 284 |
| Nov | 32° | 24° | 356 |
| Dec | 32° | 24° | 281 |
Source: Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, 1991–2020 normals, in degrees Celsius.
Best time to visit Malaysia
Temperatures in Kuala Lumpur barely change all year (about 33° by day, 24° at night); what changes is the rain.
June to August is the driest stretch in Kuala Lumpur and lines up with the Saudi summer holiday.
October to December is the wettest, usually in short afternoon downpours.
Before you travel
- Fill in the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) online a few days before you fly; it is free and not a visa.
- Halal food is everywhere.
- Pack a light umbrella; showers are common even in the drier months.
Flights to Malaysia
Frequently asked questions
Do Saudis need a visa for Malaysia?
No visa for visits up to 90 days, but you must complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) before travel.
How long is the flight from Riyadh to Malaysia?
The direct flight to Kuala Lumpur takes about 8 hours; one-stop options via Gulf hubs are also available.
When is the best time to visit Malaysia?
Any time of year; Kuala Lumpur is driest from June to August.
Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; entry requirements and flight schedules change. Please check the official requirements before travel. The binding price is the one in your booking confirmation.