Weather in Kuala Lumpur in February

How February compares

February is the 2nd warmest month of the year in Kuala Lumpur and ranks 12th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Kuala Lumpur is 22.4°C warmer by day and 20.6°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Kuala Lumpur peaks at 30.3°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 32.3°C or more. About 100% of days top 25°C and 1 in 2 pass 30°C. Nights average 22.6°C; one night in ten drops to 21.3°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 35.7°C (2005-02-16) and the coldest night 19.2°C (2015-02-02).

Rain in February

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 18 days with 1 mm or more, 165 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2013 with 394 mm, the driest 2014 with 17 mm. Humidity averages 83%, which makes the heat feel heavier than the thermometer suggests.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 2.7 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.9 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:27 and sets about 19:28 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 77%.

Is February a good time to visit Kuala Lumpur?

It is a reasonable choice: hot days but expect showers. The best months for Kuala Lumpur on our scoring are February, March, January; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Hot days, with little cooling after dark

February is among Kuala Lumpur's warmest months, so plan for heat rather than simply pleasant warmth. Humidity averages 83%, making loose, breathable clothing a more practical choice than heavy fabrics. Keep the most tiring outdoor parts of your day away from midday where possible, and leave room for sheltered breaks rather than a packed walking schedule. Evenings offer some relief from daytime temperatures, but average lows remain warm enough that you should not expect a cool finish to the day. This month suits people comfortable with sustained warmth; if humid heat leaves you drained, allow a gentler pace from the start.

Keep plans flexible: warmth does not mean clear skies

The main compromise is rain, with about 18 days receiving measurable rainfall during February. That makes a light waterproof or umbrella useful everyday kit, not something to leave behind because the morning looks promising. Sunshine averages about 2.7 hours out of 11.9 hours of daylight, so long daylight hours should not be confused with long spells of direct sun. Keep outdoor plans easy to rearrange and have an indoor alternative ready. The monthly figures do not tell you when rain will arrive or how long each spell will last, so it would be unwise to build your itinerary around an assumed dry part of the day.