Kuala Lumpur Weather Forecast
Kuala Lumpur weather: 93°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
UV index in Kuala Lumpur
Full protection required. Avoid direct sun between 10am and 4pm. Burn times are approximate, for unprotected skin at peak UV.
Health and safety today
| Skin and UV | Use SPF 30+, a hat and sunglasses; seek shade near midday. |
|---|---|
| Heat stress | The heat index is 98°F, higher than the air temperature because humidity is 45%. Sweat evaporates slowly, so drink before you feel thirsty and take shade breaks. |
| Pets | Pavement can be 20°C hotter than the air. Walk dogs early or late, never leave animals in cars, and carry water. |
| Older adults | Heat builds up slowly indoors. Check on anyone over 65 living alone and keep rooms ventilated. |
| Children | Small bodies overheat faster than adults. Shade, hats and frequent drinks; skip midday sport. |
| Air quality | Health alert - avoid outdoor exertion. |
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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 93°F (34°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 45% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
February, March and July offer the most comfortable conditions in Kuala Lumpur, which has a tropical climate. April, May and October 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 6:41 PM.
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 August 24, 2026 at 6:41 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
