Start of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Malacca in January
Little changes in Malacca from December: highs stay near 84°F (29°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), and about 6.1 in (154 mm) of rain falls.
January opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 52/100 (2nd of 12).
- Avg high
- 84°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 76°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 6.1 in (154 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 82%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 53 min
- Comfort score
- 52/100 · Fair
What January feels like
Highs settle around 84°F (29°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Even at night it stays warm, around 76°F (24°C).
With 84% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 6.1 in (154 mm) falls in the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 82%.
Plan around January
January is one of Malacca's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: January & February.
- Comfort improves from 40/100 in December to 52/100.
- Our Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur route recommends Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 84°F
- Quick-dry fabrics84% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.1 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Malacca in January
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Jonker Street Night Market
Weekend night market of snacks, trinkets and antiques along Jalan Hang Jebat.
Why now Highs near 84°F keep it comfortable outside.
Nancy's Kitchen
Homey Nyonya restaurant known for ayam buah keluak and chicken candlenut.
The Geographer Cafe
Corner bar-cafe in a restored shophouse on Jonker Street, with live music some nights.
Why now Mild enough in January to enjoy at an easy pace.
Stadthuys and Dutch Square
Red Dutch colonial buildings and Christ Church around a central square.
Chung Wah Chicken Rice Ball
Corner shop serving Hainanese chicken with rice pressed into balls.
Nearby in January
- Kuala Lumpur in January~76 mi · highs 85°F, 8.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Singapore in January~127 mi · highs 83°F, 9.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
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 January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Malacca?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 52/100. Expect highs of 84°F (29°C) and 6.1 in (154 mm) of rain. Our Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur route recommends Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug, so January is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Malacca in January?
Average highs are 84°F (29°C) and average lows 76°F (24°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Malacca in January?
Yes: about 6.1 in (154 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 88.0 in (2236 mm).
What should I pack for Malacca in January?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 84°F), quick-dry fabrics (84% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.1 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Malacca in January?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.