April weather forecast
Malaysia

April lies in the heart of the first inter-monsoon season in Malaysia, typified by somewhat unpredictable weather patterns. The country sees increased thunderstorm activity during the afternoon and early evening, primarily due to rising temperatures and humidity levels. Despite this, rainfall in April remains less than in the monsoon months. On the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia, cities like Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Malacca receive average rainfall of approximately 200mm (7.87"). Meanwhile, in the eastern regions of the peninsula and Borneo, including Kuantan and Kuching, precipitation levels are slightly higher, with an average rainfall of about 250mm (9.84").

Temperatures in April continue to range from 26°C (78.8°F) to 32°C (89.6°F), maintaining the constant tropical heat that characterizes Malaysia's climate. Humidity levels are also persistently high, creating a warm and moist environment across the nation.

In terms of sunlight, April sees similar average daily hours as March, with approximately 8 hours of sunshine per day. Despite the increased thunderstorm activity, there are still ample sunny intervals.

As always, the Cameron Highlands offer lower temperatures, ranging between 14°C (57.2°F) to 24°C (75.2°F), providing a cooler alternative to the heat of the coastal and lowland regions. Rainfall in the highlands is fairly consistent with the previous month, with thunderstorms being a common occurrence. Consequently, visitors should anticipate a mix of sunny spells and sudden showers in April. This blend of weather conditions continues into the subsequent month, preserving the dynamic and lively climate that is characteristic of this inter-monsoon period.

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• Kuala Lumpur - April »
  Although April is pegged as a rainy month, the rainfall tends to occur in a concentrated afternoon showers, leaving plenty of sunshine hours for exploration especially since the sun graces Kuala Lumpur for about 8.4 hours during the day. On the first day of April in Kuala Lumpur sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:21 pm.
• George Town - April »
  In George Town in April, the average water temperature is 30.3°C (86.5°F). In George Town, in April, the average water temperature is 30.3°C (86.5°F).
• Johor Bahru - April »
  April is the warmest month in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, with an average high-temperature of 32.8°C (91°F) and an average low-temperature of 22.9°C (73.2°F). With average high temperatures of 32.8°C (91°F) and lows of 22.9°C (73.2°F), April is the warmest month in Johor Bahru.
• Ipoh - April »
  In Ipoh during April, the rain falls for 28.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 252mm (9.92") of precipitation. On the last day of April, in Ipoh sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:21 pm +08.
• Kuching - April »
  The months with the warmest seawater in Kuching are April through November, with an average sea temperature of 30°C (86°F). April through November, with an average sea temperature of 30°C (86°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Kuching.
• Kota Kinabalu - April »
  Temperature readings in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, reach their annual highs in April, averaging 32.2°C (90°F) and a minimum average of 24.1°C (75.4°F). April temperatures in Kota Kinabalu vary between a high-temperature of 32.2°C (90°F) and a low-temperature of 24.1°C (75.4°F).
• Shah Alam - April »
  In Shah Alam, during April, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation. On the first day of April in Shah Alam, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:22 pm.
• Alor Setar - April »
  In Alor Setar in April, during 25.8 rainfall days, 118mm (4.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alor Setar, in April, it is raining for 25.8 days, with typically 118mm (4.65") of accumulated precipitation.
• Miri - April »
  Miri greets April with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.9°C (87.6°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. April weather in Miri, Malaysia, manifests as a blend of high temperatures and moderate rain.
• Petaling Jaya - April »
  The temperature in Petaling Jaya hits its peak in February, April through June, recording an average high-temperature of 32.4°C (90.3°F). In Petaling Jaya during April, the rain falls for 27.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 167mm (6.57") of precipitation.
• Seremban - April »
  In Seremban, during April, the rain falls for 27.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 177mm (6.97") of precipitation. Come April, and Seremban plunges further into tropical wetness, recording the year's highest rainfall at 177mm (6.97").
• Kuantan - April »
  In Kuantan, Malaysia, during April, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 164mm (6.46") of precipitation. In Kuantan, during April, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 164mm (6.46") of precipitation.