End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Malacca in August
Little changes in Malacca from July: highs stay near 85°F (29°C), lows near 79°F (26°C), and about 8.1 in (206 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 45/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 85°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 79°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 8.1 in (206 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 82%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 04 min
- Comfort score
- 45/100 · Fair
What August feels like
Days are warm, averaging 85°F (29°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 79°F (26°C).
Humidity averages 82%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 8.1 in (206 mm) across the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 82%.
Plan around August
August sits mid-table; the best months are January & February.
- Comfort slips from 48/100 in July to 45/100.
- August sits inside the Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug window our Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes85°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics82% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Malacca in August
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Nancy's Kitchen
Homey Nyonya restaurant known for ayam buah keluak and chicken candlenut.
Cheng Hoon Teng Temple
Malaysia's oldest working Chinese temple, built in the 1600s.
Why now Highs near 85°F keep it comfortable outside.
Melaka River Cruise
Boat ride past murals, old warehouses and the Kampung Morten village.
Why now Mild enough in August to enjoy at an easy pace.
Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum
Guided tours of a richly furnished Peranakan townhouse on Heeren Street.
Jonker Street Night Market
Weekend night market of snacks, trinkets and antiques along Jalan Hang Jebat.
Nearby in August
- Kuala Lumpur in August~76 mi · highs 85°F, 7.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Singapore in August~127 mi · highs 85°F, 6.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Malacca in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Malacca?
It's middling, scoring 45/100. The best months are January & February, at up to 58. Expect highs of 85°F (29°C) and 8.1 in (206 mm) of rain. August is inside the Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug window our Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur route recommends.
How hot is Malacca in August?
Average highs are 85°F (29°C) and average lows 79°F (26°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Malacca in August?
Yes: about 8.1 in (206 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 88.0 in (2236 mm).
What should I pack for Malacca in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (85°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (82% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in August
- Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug
Planning Malacca in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.