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Kuala Lumpur in September: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Kuala Lumpur in September will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Kuala Lumpur, based on historical data.
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September

Weather in Kuala Lumpur in September 2024

OK Weather
Hot
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Cloudy
If you plan to visit Kuala Lumpur in September, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +31°C during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 13 rainy days in the month and around 111 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+21°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
111 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
16 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kuala Lumpur has OK weather in September.

Average temperature in Kuala Lumpur in September

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kuala Lumpur for September based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +34°C during the day to a minimum of +23°C during the night, the temperature in September averages around +32°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +31°C to +31°C.

Is Kuala Lumpur warm or cold in September?

Kuala Lumpur is typically hot in September.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +32°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +24°C to +24°C.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

September is one of the coolest months in Kuala Lumpur, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Kuala Lumpur in September

Kuala Lumpur weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
AugustSeptemberOctober
Avg. temperature
+32°C+31°C+31°C
Min. temperature
+21°C+21°C+21°C
Max. temperature
+36°C+36°C+35°C
Rainfall
85 mm111 mm152 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
77%79%80%
Air pressure
1008 HPa1009 HPa1009 HPa
Sunny days
111
Cloudy days
201613
Rainy days
101317
Snowy days
000

September weather is still as ok as in August. It’s getting colder in September. From +32°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +31°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 85 mm to 111 mm. Humidity rises from 77% to 79%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during September, staying around 1 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.

October brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Kuala Lumpur in September based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Kuala Lumpur is gradually increasing during September, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Kuala Lumpur based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 77% chance of rain on an average day in September, with total rainfall of approximately 99 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 12 mm, which is considered light rain. September is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how September is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Kuala Lumpur wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 73% chance of precipitation and 247 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 27% chance of precipitation and 71 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last September in Kuala Lumpur?

This is the weather in Kuala Lumpur in September 2023:
1 September
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+31°C
2 September
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+32°C
3 September
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+31°C
4 September
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+34°C
5 September
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+33°C
6 September
🌧️
+32°C
7 September
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+32°C
8 September
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+34°C
9 September
☀️
+31°C
10 September
☀️
+32°C
11 September
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+29°C
12 September
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+34°C
13 September
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+33°C
14 September
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+32°C
15 September
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+31°C
16 September
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+32°C
17 September
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+30°C
18 September
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+28°C
19 September
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+33°C
20 September
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+33°C
21 September
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+33°C
22 September
☀️
+32°C
23 September
☀️
+33°C
24 September
☀️
+32°C
25 September
☀️
+30°C
26 September
☀️
+33°C
27 September
☀️
+33°C
28 September
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+29°C
29 September
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+33°C
30 September
🌧️
+31°C
In September 2023 Kuala Lumpur had 27 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +32°C, with an absolute maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +28°C. The average humidity was 76%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 43%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Kuala Lumpur climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Kuala Lumpur in September has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+31°C) and the highest in 2005 (+34°C). The driest year was 2015 with only 53 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 222 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kuala Lumpur in September:

Is September a good time to visit Kuala Lumpur?

It’s always a good time to visit Kuala Lumpur, but the weather is changeable in September, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Kuala Lumpur in September?

Absolutely, September is hot in Kuala Lumpur. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Kuala Lumpur rainy in September?

Kuala Lumpur is often rainy in September. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Kuala Lumpur in September?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Kuala Lumpur in September, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Malaysia

Check out the weather for other cities in Malaysia.

Monthly weather in Kuala Lumpur

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kuala Lumpur, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.