WEATHER & CLIMATE OF MALAYSIA

Malaysia’s climate is equatorial that is hot, humid and rainy throughout the year. 
The seasons are divided as:
 Summer Season in Malaysia
The summers in Malaysia are from March to October. It is the best time to visit Malaysia in its eastern part which remains drier during this time of the year. The west coast of Malaysia including places like Penang, Langkawi, and Pangkor experience rainy season from April to October. March is the hottest month in Malaysia with a temperature rising up to 28°C, while the weather from April to October is also comparatively warmer as compared to the other months of the year. One must carry light clothes to Malaysia during this time, to stay cool.

 Monsoon Season in Malaysia
Malaysia has two monsoons- one on the eastern side, while the other on the western side. The monsoon season is not the best time to visit Malaysia, because many adventure activities and water sports are restricted during this season. However, one can visit the eastern side when there are rains on the western side and vice versa. Thus, when to visit Malaysia is not a question to worry about as one can have fun in Malaysia at any time of the year. One must take an idea of the weather conditions before visiting the country, and pack accordingly.
Thus, different seasons of Malaysia cannot be differentiated from one another because Malaysia has an even climate throughout the year, but the best time to visit Malaysia depends on the place one wants to visit in the country. For the eastern areas, the best time to visit is from April to October, while for the western areas, the best time to visit is from December to February.

 Winter Season in Malaysia
The best time to visit Malaysia in winters is from December to January to enjoy festivals like New Year, Christmas, and others with friends and family. One also gets to see the Chinese New Year celebration which is a 15 days festival in Malaysia. The winters in Malaysia fall from November to February, and January is the coldest month. During winters, the days are generally cool with a light breeze, while the nights are chilly. One must pack a light jacket for the nights. During winter months, the eastern part of Malaysia experiences heavy rainfall, and therefore, visiting the western part is preferred.

In AREAS, Malaysia is also divided into 3 main parts with weather patterns as:
 Lowlands & Highlands (places include Kuala Lumpur, Malacca and Cameron Highlands)
Hot and humid throughout the year, Kuala Lumpur and Malacca experience showers that occur almost daily. However, the highlands have a very different climate from the rest of Malaysia. The temperatures average a very pleasant 22 ºC in the daytime and a relatively cool 15 ºC at night with heavy rainfall between September and early December, the highlands are definitely an excellent location for growing tea, flowers, and fruits.

 West Coast (places include Langkawi, Penang and Pangkor)
The west coast mainland and islands off Peninsular Malaysia enjoy the typical tropical climate ­­- hot, sunny, and humid with showers all year round. The downpours are heavier during September and October.

 East Coast (places include Kuantan, Tioman Island, Perhentian Islands, Terengganu, Redang and Kota Bharu)
The east coast of Malaysia is well known for its hot and sunny weather for much of the year with the warm waters of the South China Sea. However, tourists are advised to avoid visiting the islands during the North-East Monsoon that strikes between November and February. That is because the showers are heavier and they can disrupt boat crossings and safety. Outside of the North-East Monsoon months, the east coast is usually drier than the rest of Malaysia.

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