October weather forecast
Malaysia

October falls within the second inter-monsoon season in Malaysia, a period known for unpredictable weather and increased rainfall. The west coast of the peninsula, including Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Malacca, experiences a noticeable increase in precipitation, with average rainfall amounts ranging from 200mm (7.87") to 250mm (9.84"). In the eastern regions of the peninsula and Borneo, such as Kuantan and Kuching, rainfall continues to rise, with averages between 250mm (9.84") and 300mm (11.81").

The tropical temperatures remain consistent throughout the year, with October's averages ranging from 26°C (78.8°F) to 32°C (89.6°F). The heightened humidity due to increased rainfall contributes to the overall warm and moist atmosphere throughout the country.

In terms of sunlight, October sees a decrease in average daily hours, with approximately 6 hours of sunshine per day due to increased cloud cover and rainfall.

The Cameron Highlands continue to offer a cooler alternative, with temperatures ranging between 14°C (57.2°F) to 24°C (75.2°F). Rainfall in the highlands also increases, with regular afternoon showers becoming the norm.

With its unpredictable weather, increased rainfall, and reduced sunlight, October serves as a prelude to the Northeast Monsoon season. This period marks a transition, preparing the country for the significant changes in weather patterns that the upcoming rainy season will bring.

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• Kuala Lumpur - October »
  In Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December. In Kuala Lumpur, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.
• George Town - October »
  October's weather in George Town echoes the patterns of September, albeit with higher rainfall and relative humidity. In George Town in October, during 28.5 rainfall days, 178mm (7.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Johor Bahru - October »
  In Johor Bahru during October, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 218mm (8.58") of precipitation. As Johor Bahru welcomes October, the average high-temperature is noted at a still tropical 31.8°C (89.2°F), closely aligning with the preceding month.
• Ipoh - October »
  In Ipoh during October, the rain falls for 26.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 268mm (10.55") of precipitation. The months with the lowest UV index in Ipoh are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
• Kuching - October »
  October in Kuching features slightly higher rainfall than the previous month, heralding a transition from the dry spell to the monsoon months. In Kuching, Malaysia, during October, the rain falls for 22 days and regularly aggregates up to 113mm (4.45") of precipitation.
• Kota Kinabalu - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, is October, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 346mm (13.62") of precipitation. October is the month with the most rainfall in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia.
• Shah Alam - October »
  In Shah Alam, in October, during 7.6 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The transition into October in Shah Alam brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.6°C (90.7°F) that remains consistent with September.
• Alor Setar - October »
  Alor Setar in October continues to feature the elevated rainfall seen in September, while temperature and humidity levels remain almost unchanged. On the first day of October in Alor Setar sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:10 pm.
• Miri - October »
  Miri transitions into October recording an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. On the first day of October in Miri, Malaysia, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 6:16 pm.
• Petaling Jaya - October »
  October, the same as September, in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, is another hot autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.9°C (75°F) and max 32.3°C (90.1°F). In Petaling Jaya, during October, the rain falls for 26.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 169mm (6.65") of precipitation.
• Seremban - October »
  January through August, October through December are months without snowfall in Seremban, Malaysia. October in Seremban marks a meteorological turnaround, with a significant increase in rain peppering the city with 149mm (5.87") of precipitation.
• Kuantan - October »
  Transitioning into October, Kuantan experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.8°C (89.2°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. On the first day of October in Kuantan, Malaysia, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:59 pm.