Geography of Malaysia
Geography of Malaysia: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Malaysia
Singapore is 192 mi to the south-east, Singapore is 192 mi to the south-east, Marina Bay Sands is 197 mi to the south-east and Gardens by the Bay is 198 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 3°8′20.4″N 101°41′12.8″E (3.139, 101.6869)
Quick facts about Malaysia
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Coordinates | 3°8′20.4″N 101°41′12.8″E (3.139, 101.6869) |
| Capital | Kuala Lumpur |
| Population | 34.000.000 |
| Area | 127.724 sq mi |
| ISO code | MY |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | MYS |
| Currency | Malaysian ringgit (MYR) |
| Languages | Malay, English |
| Calling code | +60 |
| Time zone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Local time | 4:06 PM (UTC+08:00) |
| Best months | February, March and July |
| Climate | Tropical |
Geography by airport in Malaysia
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Geography by city in Malaysia
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by island in Malaysia
1 islands mapped in this atlas
Summary
Malaysia is a country in Asia. Malaysia is a country in Asia with its capital at Kuala Lumpur. It has a population of about 34 million. The capital is Kuala Lumpur.
Right now it is 94°F (35°C) in Malaysia with overcast. It feels like 99°F. Today runs from 77°F to 95°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Malaysia is February, March and July. The climate is tropical. April, May and October tend to be the least comfortable months. March is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 74°F.
The closest major airport is Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), about 27 mi away. Nearby highlights include Langkawi, Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 95°F is 5.4°F above the 89°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Malaysia today at 7.3/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Malaysia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 88° | 74° | 10,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 91° | 75° | 7,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 92° | 76° | 7,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 90° | 76° | 13,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 90° | 77° | 12,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 90° | 76° | 8,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 92° | 76° | 4,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 89° | 75° | 9,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 89° | 75° | 9,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 89° | 75° | 11,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 88° | 75° | 14,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 87° | 75° | 17,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Malaysia?
Malaysia is a country in Asia. Its coordinates are 3.139, 101.6869. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Malaysia right now?
It is currently 94°F (35°C) with overcast. Humidity is 46% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Malaysia?
February, March and July offer the most comfortable conditions in Malaysia, which has a tropical climate. April, May and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Malaysia in?
Malaysia observes Asia/Kuala_Lumpur (UTC+08:00). The local time is 4:06 PM.
How many people live in Malaysia?
Malaysia has a population of approximately 34 million.
What is the nearest airport to Malaysia?
The closest airports are Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), 27 mi away and Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), 201 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Malaysia?
Popular options include Langkawi, Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay.
What places are in Malaysia?
Malaysia covers 3 places in this atlas, including Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Kuala Lumpur and Langkawi.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 4:06 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
