Malaysia
Malaysia in August
Where it is warm, dry and good for swimming in Malaysia in August — compared across the country’s main destinations.
Quick answers
- Where is it warmest in Malaysia in August?
- Ipoh is the warmest of the 16 destinations compared, with highs of 33°C (91°F) in August; Johor Bahru is the coolest at 30°C (87°F).
- Can you swim in the sea in Malaysia in August?
- Yes, in places: the warmest water is at Alor Star (30°C (86°F)), and 6 of the coastal destinations have a sea of 21 °C or more.
Warmest
33°
Ipoh
Coolest
30°
Johor Bahru
Driest
153 mm
Johor Bahru
Warmest sea
30°
Alor Star
Across Malaysia, August highs run from 30°C (87°F) (Johor Bahru) to 33°C (91°F) (Ipoh). On average it is about as warm as July. Rain is frequent in most destinations. Best bets this month: Malacca, Kuantan, and Pasir Gudang.
Best places in Malaysia in August
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68 
Malacca
Melaka · Malaysia
31° / 23° 197 mm Aug
73
Kuantan
Pahang · Malaysia
32° / 23° 168 mm Aug
75
Pasir Gudang
Johor · Malaysia
30° / 23° 152 mm Aug
63
George Town
Penang · Malaysia
32° / 23° 219 mm Aug
75
Pengerang
Johor · Malaysia
30° / 24° 149 mm Aug
68
Semporna
Sabah · Malaysia
31° / 23° 169 mm Aug
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72
Batu Pahat
Johor · Malaysia
31° / 23° 149 mm Aug
70
Kuala Terengganu
Terengganu · Malaysia
31° / 23° 160 mm Aug
Weather in August by city
| Place | Day | Night | Rain | Sea | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuantan | 32° | 23° | 168 mm | 29° | 73 |
| Malacca | 31° | 23° | 197 mm | — | 68 |
| Semporna | 31° | 23° | 169 mm | 29° | 68 |
| Sandakan | 31° | 23° | 212 mm | 30° | 66 |
| Kota Bharu | 32° | 23° | 179 mm | 30° | 65 |
| Alor Star | 32° | 23° | 216 mm | 30° | 65 |
| Miri | 32° | 24° | 211 mm | 30° | 65 |
| Bintulu | 31° | 23° | 256 mm | — | 64 |
| George Town | 32° | 23° | 219 mm | — | 63 |
| Kota Kinabalu | 32° | 24° | 266 mm | — | 62 |
| Petaling Jaya | 32° | 23° | 160 mm | — | 62 |
| Subang Jaya | 32° | 23° | 161 mm | — | 62 |
| Johor Bahru | 30° | 23° | 153 mm | — | 53 |
| Kuala Lumpur | 32° | 23° | 161 mm | — | 39 |
| Ipoh | 33° | 23° | 162 mm | — | 35 |
| Kuching | 32° | 23° | 242 mm | — | 33 |
Festivals in Malaysia in August
- Good Vibes Festival Annual music festival in Malaysia
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Malaysia in August?
Average daytime highs range from 30° in Johor Bahru to 33° in Ipoh.
Can you swim in Malaysia in August?
Yes — the sea is warmest around Alor Star at about 30°.