Kuala Lumpur Weather Forecast
Kuala Lumpur weather: 80°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Kuala Lumpur?
Yes - rain is likely in Kuala Lumpur today.
A 92% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,5 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Over the next 7 days, about 3,2 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed and Thu.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (3,2 in against a typical 2,8 in).
16-day forecast for Kuala Lumpur
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 🌧️ Showers | 91° / 75° | 92% · 0,5 in | 7 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 88° / 76° | 100% · 0,5 in | 6 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 🌧️ Showers | 87° / 76° | 94% · 0,5 in | 9 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 87° / 75° | 84% · 0,6 in | 5 mph | 2 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 88° / 75° | 84% · 0,2 in | 4 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Light showers | 88° / 75° | 100% · 0,5 in | 6 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light showers | 88° / 75° | 100% · 0,4 in | 4 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light showers | 89° / 74° | 88% · 0,4 in | 5 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Light showers | 89° / 73° | 94% · 0,3 in | 5 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 90° / 73° | 100% · 0,2 in | 2 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Light showers | 87° / 74° | 100% · 0,3 in | 3 mph | 3 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 89° / 73° | 100% · 0,2 in | 2 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 88° / 74° | 100% · 0,1 in | 3 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 89° / 75° | 100% · 0,2 in | 2 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 89° / 74° | 100% · 0,3 in | 3 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 92° / 74° | 80% · 0,1 in | 5 mph | 9 |
What this means for Kuala Lumpur
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 91°F is in line with the 89°F typical for this month.
A 92% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,5 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 36°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- If your dates are flexible, avoid April, May and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 80°F (27°C) with overcast. Humidity is 91% 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 12:02 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 24, 2026 at 12:02 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
