End of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Kuala Lumpur in March
Little changes in Kuala Lumpur from February: highs stay near 87°F (31°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), and about 7.6 in (194 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 39/100, 6th of 12.
- Avg high
- 87°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 7.6 in (194 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 79%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 59 min
- Comfort score
- 39/100 · Tough
What March feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 87°F (31°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 73°F (23°C).
Humidity averages 85%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 7.6 in (194 mm) across the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 79%.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are January & February and June – August.
- Comfort slips from 46/100 in February to 39/100.
- March sits inside the Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug window our Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothes87°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics85% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes7.6 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Kuala Lumpur in March
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Village Park Restaurant
Popular spot for nasi lemak with fried chicken in Petaling Jaya.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 87°F.
Thean Hou Temple
Six-tiered Chinese temple on a hill, strung with red lanterns.
Batu Caves
Limestone caves with Hindu shrines up 272 rainbow steps, guarded by a golden statue.
Why now Best first thing, before the 87°F afternoon heat.
Petronas Twin Towers
Twin 88-story towers with a skybridge and an observation deck.
Marini's on 57
Rooftop bar on Petronas Tower 3 with eye-level views of the twin towers.
Nearby in March
- Malacca in March~76 mi · highs 86°F, 6.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Singapore in March~197 mi · highs 85°F, 6.6 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~232 m to Kuala Lumpur's ~57 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Kuala Lumpur in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
It's middling, scoring 39/100. The best months are January & February and June – August, at up to 46. Expect highs of 87°F (31°C) and 7.6 in (194 mm) of rain. March is inside the Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug window our Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur route recommends.
How hot is Kuala Lumpur in March?
Average highs are 87°F (31°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kuala Lumpur in March?
Yes: about 7.6 in (194 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 99.3 in (2522 mm).
What should I pack for Kuala Lumpur in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (87°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (85% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (7.6 in of rain on average).
More on Kuala Lumpur
Routes in season in March
- Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug
Planning Kuala Lumpur in March?
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