April weather forecastMalaysia

Weather in April

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 »
  On the first day of April in George Town sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. In April, the average sea temperature in George Town is 30.3°C (86.5°F).
• Johor Bahru - April »
  In Johor Bahru during April, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 233mm (9.17") of precipitation. On the first day of April in Johor Bahru sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:12 pm.
• Ipoh - April »
  In Ipoh in April, it is raining for 28.8 days, with typically 252mm (9.92") of accumulated precipitation. In Ipoh, in April, during 28.8 rainfall days, 252mm (9.92") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Kuching - April »
  April through November, with an average sea temperature of 30°C (86°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Kuching, Malaysia. In April, the average heat index, which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 44°C (111.2°F).
• Kota Kinabalu - April »
  April, marked by an average high-temperature of 32.2°C (90°F) and a low-temperature of 24.1°C (75.4°F), is the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. April, noted for its average high-temperature of 32.2°C (90°F) and an average low-temperature of 24.1°C (75.4°F), is considered the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu.
• Shah Alam - April »
  On the first day of April in Shah Alam, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. In Shah Alam, during April, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.
• Alor Setar - April »
  In Alor Setar in April, during 25.8 rainfall days, 118mm (4.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the last day of April, in Alor Setar, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:25 pm +08.
• Miri - April »
  In Miri, in April, the average water temperature is 29.3°C (84.7°F). In April, the average sea temperature in Miri is 29.3°C (84.7°F).
• Petaling Jaya - April »
  In Petaling Jaya, the months of February, April through June are known for the peak temperatures, reaching an average high of 32.4°C (90.3°F). In Petaling Jaya in April, it is raining for 27.8 days, with typically 167mm (6.57") of accumulated precipitation.
• Seremban - April »
  The month with the most rainfall in Seremban is April, when the rain falls for 27.5 days and typically aggregates up to 177mm (6.97") of precipitation. In Seremban, during April, the rain falls for 27.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 177mm (6.97") of precipitation.
• Kuantan - April »
  In the month of April, the temperature in Kuantan, Malaysia, generally rests at an average low of 22.8°C (73°F). In Kuantan, during April, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 164mm (6.46") of precipitation.