Kuala Lumpur Weather Forecast
Kuala Lumpur weather: 81°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
UV index in Kuala Lumpur
No protection needed for most skin types. Burn times are approximate, for unprotected skin at peak UV.
Health and safety today
| Skin and UV | No protection needed for most skin types. |
|---|---|
| Heat stress | The heat index is 87°F, higher than the air temperature because humidity is 80%. 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. |
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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 81°F (27°C) with overcast. Humidity is 80% 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 1:18 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 October 26, 2026 at 1:18 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
