Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Penang) Travel Guide: Best Season, Weather, Plugs & Itineraries
The Petronas Towers, Batu Caves and the UNESCO towns of Malacca and George Town — a food paradise where Malay, Chinese and Indian cultures meet.
🗓 Best time to goHot and humid all year; the west coast is drier Dec–Feb.
💱 CurrencyMalaysian ringgit (MYR)
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🔌 Plugs & voltage240V | Type G (UK three-pin). Adapter needed
🌦 ClimateHot and humid all year with short afternoon storms. Mosques require covered arms, legs and (for women) hair.
Monthly average temperatures in Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Penang)
| City / month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuala Lumpur High / low | 32° 23° | 33° 24° | 33° 24° | 33° 24° | 33° 24° | 33° 24° | 32° 24° | 32° 24° | 32° 24° | 32° 24° | 32° 24° | 32° 24° |
| Penang High / low | 31° 24° | 32° 24° | 32° 25° | 32° 25° | 31° 25° | 31° 25° | 31° 24° | 31° 24° | 31° 24° | 31° 24° | 31° 24° | 31° 24° |
°C — top is the average high, bottom the average low. Typical values only; check the forecast before you go. See charts in the climate tool.
Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Penang) travel tips
- Complete the MDAC digital arrival card within 3 days of arrival.
- Cover up at mosques and temples; women need a headscarf (loaned at entry).
- Grab is everywhere and fairly priced.
Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Penang) itineraries
Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur, Malacca & Penang in 6 Days
MalaysiaFoodCulture & historyCity break
The Petronas Towers, Batu Caves, historic Malacca and Nyonya cuisine, Penang’s street art and hawker food — a multicultural feast.
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