When is the best time to visit Malaysia?

You can visit Malaysia all year round: all twelve months are a good time.

Which months should you avoid in Malaysia?

There is no month you really need to avoid.

When is high season in Malaysia?

High season, with more visitors and higher prices: January to February.

Best time to visit Malaysia

You can visit Malaysia all year round: all twelve months are a good time.
There is no month you really need to avoid.
High season, with more visitors and higher prices: January to February.
To save money, travel in low season while the weather is still fine: March to June and December.

Malaysia month by month

Month	Weather	Season	Festivals
January	Great time	High season	Chinese New Year · Thaipusam
February	Great time	High season	Chinese New Year · Thaipusam
March	Great time	Low season	Hari Raya Aidilfitri
April	Great time	Low season	Hari Raya Aidilfitri
May	Great time	Low season	Wesak Day
June	Great time	Low season
July	Great time	Shoulder season	George Town Festival
August	Great time	Shoulder season	George Town Festival
September	Great time	Shoulder season
October	Great time	Shoulder season	Deepavali
November	Great time	Shoulder season	Deepavali
December	Great time	Low season

What the weather is like in Malaysia each month

January Great time

Malaysia. January. With the west coast basking in sunshine, it's a fantastic time to visit Langkawi, Penang, Kuala Lumpur, Malacca and the Cameron highlands. On the east coast, however, the rainy season ensues so is best avoided. The east of Malaysia, including islands like Tioman, Redang and the Perhentian Islands, see heavy rains between November and February. These showers can be longer and heavier than those in the west, so we generally advise travellers to avoid the east of Malaysia at this time.

February Great time

Malaysia. February. With the west coast basking in sunshine, it's a fantastic time to visit Langkawi, Penang, Kuala Lumpur, Malacca and the Cameron highlands. On the east coast, however, the rainy season ensues so is best avoided. The east of Malaysia, including islands like Tioman, Redang and the Perhentian Islands, see heavy rains between November and February. These showers can be longer and heavier than those in the west, so we generally advise travellers to avoid the east of Malaysia at this time.

March Great time

Malaysia. March. With the west coast basking in sunshine, it's a fantastic time to visit Langkawi, Penang, Kuala Lumpur, Malacca and the Cameron highlands. On the east coast, however, the rainy season ensues so is best avoided.

April Great time

Malaysia. In April, weather in Malaysia is good across the country. The west and east coasts both enjoy lovely weather. The cultural centres of Kuala Lumpur, Cameron Highlands and Penang might have a few odd showers but not enough to affect your trip; they might even be a welcome relief from the humidity.

May Great time

Malaysia. May. The East Coast enjoys dry weather and glorious sunshine. The sea is relatively calm, perfect for snorkelling explorations around coral reefs. The west coast, on the other hand, is now in its rainy season, so heavy downpours should be expected, albeit short-lived.

June Great time

Malaysia. June. The East Coast enjoys dry weather and glorious sunshine. The sea is relatively calm, perfect for snorkelling explorations around coral reefs. The west coast, on the other hand, is now in its rainy season, so heavy downpours should be expected, albeit short-lived.

July Great time

Malaysia. July. The East Coast enjoys dry weather and glorious sunshine. The sea is relatively calm, perfect for snorkelling explorations around coral reefs. The west coast, on the other hand, is now in its rainy season, so heavy downpours should be expected, albeit short-lived.

August Great time

Malaysia. August. The East Coast enjoys dry weather and glorious sunshine. The sea is relatively calm, perfect for snorkelling explorations around coral reefs. The west coast, on the other hand, is now in its rainy season, so heavy downpours should be expected, albeit short-lived.

September Great time

Malaysia. September. The climate on the east coast remains dry with relatively low humidity, sunshine and little rain. A northeast monsoon begins to blow, bringing slightly rougher sea conditions and a cooler temperature than the summer months. The west coast wet season declines although rain can still come. In particular, Penang and Langkawi can experience heavy storms. The west of Malaysia, where you'll find popular beach spots like Langkawi and Pangkor, has heavier rain in September and October. However, it is still possible to experience a lovely beach stay with little more than a short sharp downpour at this time.

October Great time

Malaysia. October. The climate on the east coast remains dry with relatively low humidity, sunshine and little rain. A northeast monsoon begins to blow, bringing slightly rougher sea conditions and a cooler temperature than the summer months. The west coast wet season declines although rain can still come. In particular, Penang and Langkawi can experience heavy storms. The west of Malaysia, where you'll find popular beach spots like Langkawi and Pangkor, has heavier rain in September and October. However, it is still possible to experience a lovely beach stay with little more than a short sharp downpour at this time.

November Great time

Malaysia. November. Dry and sunny weather returns to the west of Malaysia marking the start of the peak season. You can expect reliably hot weather, with long periods of sunshine on the west coast throughout this period. On the east coast, however, the monsoon brings heavy rains. Many resorts in eastern Malaysia close during this period, reopening again in March/April time. The east of Malaysia, including islands like Tioman, Redang and the Perhentian Islands, see heavy rains between November and February. These showers can be longer and heavier than those in the west, so we generally advise travellers to avoid the east of Malaysia at this time.

December Great time

Malaysia. December. As ever, the weather in Malaysia in December is a decidedly mixed bag. It's excellent on the west coast, with dry weather perfect for a beach stay and the less extreme heat makes it a perfect time for exploring too. On the east coast, however, downpours and storms are frequent and many resorts remain firmly closed. The east of Malaysia, including islands like Tioman, Redang and the Perhentian Islands, see heavy rains between November and February. These showers can be longer and heavier than those in the west, so we generally advise travellers to avoid the east of Malaysia at this time.