Kuching weather and climate
Kuching weather and climate
Day
31 °C
Night
22 °C
Sea
30 °C
Precipitation
250 mm
in month
Rainy days
18 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
5 hours
average
Humidity
84 %
Day
31 °C
Night
22 °C
Sea
30 °C
Precipitation
250 mm
in month
Rainy days
18 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
5 hours
average
Humidity
84 %
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Weather overview for Kuching
Weather overview
Kuching (Malaysia) in general has a tropical climate. The day temperatures range from 29.4 °C (84.9 °F) in January to 31.7 °C (89.1 °F) in May. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in February with 22.9 °C (73.2 °F), the lowest in November with 22.2 °C (72.0 °F). The driest month is July with just 15 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is November with 24 days of rain.
January weather
The minimum of the day temperature can be noticed, the value of this measure is 29.4 °C (84.9 °F) in Kuching, and the minimum of the sea temperature is observable too, its value is 27.9 °C (82.2 °F). There is pending wet season. The maximum of the rainfall amount is observable. The humidity is on its maximum, with its value being 87 %. The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its minimum.
February weather
The ongoing wet season is noticeable in Kuching. The number of rainy days continues to descent, with its value of 20 days, while the rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, with its value being 480 mm (18.88 in). The night temperature is on its maximum, the value of this measure is 22.9 °C (73.2 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise in this month.
March weather
The tourist season is at its beginning in Kuching. The sea temperature starts to rise, with its value being 28.8 °C (83.8 °F), and the beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed too in March. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, the value of this measure is 18 days, and the rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month as well, the value of this measure is 351 mm (13.82 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, its value is 5 hours.
April weather
The day temperature continues to rise, with its value of 31.3 °C (88.3 °F) in Kuching, and the sea temperature continues to rise as well, with its value being 29.6 °C (85.2 °F). The tourist season is taking place this month. The number of rainy days starts to rise, with its value of 19 days, while the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed, with its value being 272 mm (10.70 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, its value is 6 hours.
May weather
There is pending tourist season in Kuching. The maximum of the day temperature can be noticed, with its value being 31.7 °C (89.1 °F), while the rise of the sea temperature can be observed. The rainfall amount continues to descent, its value is 255 mm (10.04 in), while the beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value of 17 days. The wind speed is on its minimum, the value of this measure is 1.6.
June weather
The maximum of the sea temperature is observable in this month in Kuching. The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 16 days, and the rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month too, with its value being 219 mm (8.63 in). The tourist season is taking place. The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed in this month. The maximum of the day length is observable, with its value of 12 hours.
July weather
The number of rainy days reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is 15 days in Kuching, and the rainfall amount reaches its minimum as well, its value is 208 mm (8.18 in). The tourist season is taking place. The minimum of the humidity is observable, its value is 82 %.
August weather
The tourist season is taking place in Kuching. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 6 hours. The rainfall amount starts to rise, with its value of 225 mm (8.86 in).
September weather
The beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed, the value of this measure is 31.0 °C (87.8 °F) in Kuching. The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, the value of this measure is 18 days, while the rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 250 mm (9.83 in). The wet season is at its beginning. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 5 hours.
October weather
The wet season continues in Kuching. The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value being 21 days, and the rainfall amount continues to rise as well, the value of this measure is 326 mm (12.83 in).
November weather
The number of rainy days reaches its maximum in Kuching, while the rainfall amount continues to rise. The wet season is close to its peak in November. The night temperature reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is 22.2 °C (72.0 °F).
December weather
The day temperature starts to descent, the value of this measure is 30.0 °C (86.0 °F) in Kuching, and the sea temperature starts to descent as well, with its value of 28.9 °C (84.1 °F). The ongoing wet season is noticeable in December. The rainfall amount continues to rise, the value of this measure is 494 mm (19.45 in). The beginning of the descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed, the value of this measure is 4 hours. The maximum of the wind speed can be noticed, with its value being 2.0.
FAQs
What is the temperature in Kuching during the day in March?
The average daily temperature in March in Kuching is 30.7 °C (87.3 °F). The great temperature for lying by the sea or pool and sunbathing, everywhere else you will probably be a bit hot. Don't forget to drink during the day, in these temperatures you should hydrate yourself a lot.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in Kuching in April?
There are 19 days, which are rainy in Kuching in April, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 4.4 days of the week, or in general - 63 % days.
Is May a good month to visit Kuching?
There are good conditions for visiting in Kuching in May. The temperature during the day will be nice 31.7 °C (89.1 °F). The temperature of the sea will be perfect at 30.2 °C (86.4 °F). At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 22.9 °C (73.2 °F).
What is the sea temperature in Kuching in June?
The temperature of the sea in Kuching in June is 30.4 °C (86.6 °F). Really warm sea, you can spend hours in it. For people seeking refreshment, this sea temperature is too high.
Is July part of the wet season in Kuching?
No, there is no wet season in July in Kuching - you can expect 15 days of rain during the month.
Is it hot in Kuching in August?
In August in Kuching, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
How windy is Kuching in September?
An average wind scale that can be expected in September in Kuching is 1.9. It is rather a milder or unnoticeable wind, therefore it will not bother you during your holiday.
How humid is Kuching in October?
Humidity in Kuching in October is 84 %. This humidity is rather above average, but except for sensitive individuals, it should not be a problem.
How many hours of sun to expect in November in Kuching?
There is an average length of sunshine of 5 hours per day in Kuching in November.
What is the night temperature in December in Kuching?
The average night temperature in Kuching in December is 22.3 °C (72.1 °F). A very pleasant temperature for long evening walks, fun over a drink outside, or doing sports in the morning. If possible, look for a hotel with air conditioning.