Geography of Kuala Lumpur
Geography of Kuala Lumpur: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is 27 mi to the south, Singapore is 192 mi to the south-east, Singapore is 192 mi to the south-east and Marina Bay Sands is 197 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 Kuala Lumpur
Summary
Kuala Lumpur is a city in Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur is known for Petronas Towers and street food. It has a population of about 2 million.
Right now it is 79°F (26°C) in Kuala Lumpur with overcast. It feels like 89°F. Today runs from 75°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 92%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.7/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Kuala Lumpur is February, July and September. The climate is tropical. April, May and August 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 Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 86°F is in line with 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 Kuala Lumpur today at 9.8/10. Visibility is down to 1,3 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. 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 Kuala Lumpur 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 | 91° | 76° | 9,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| September | 90° | 76° | 6,9 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 Kuala Lumpur?
Kuala Lumpur is a city in Malaysia. Its coordinates are 3.139, 101.6869. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Kuala Lumpur right now?
It is currently 79°F (26°C) with overcast. Humidity is 90% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
February, July and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Kuala Lumpur, which has a tropical climate. April, May and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Kuala Lumpur in?
Kuala Lumpur observes Asia/Kuala_Lumpur (UTC+08:00). The local time is 12:22 AM.
How many people live in Kuala Lumpur?
Kuala Lumpur has a population of approximately 2 million.
What is the nearest airport to Kuala Lumpur?
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 Kuala Lumpur?
Popular options include Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 October 28, 2026 at 12:22 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
