Best time to visit Kota Bharu

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When is the best time to visit Kota Bharu?

The best time to visit Kota Bharu is January and February based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 72 - 86°F [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Max Day Temperature (°F)

  • 84°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Kota Bharu84
    Jan
  • 86°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Kota Bharu86
    Feb
  • 88°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Kota Bharu88
    Mar
  • 90°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Kota Bharu90
    Apr
  • 91°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Kota Bharu91
    May
  • 90°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Kota Bharu90
    Jun
  • 90°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Kota Bharu90
    Jul
  • 90°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Kota Bharu90
    Aug
  • 90°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Kota Bharu90
    Sep
  • 88°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Kota Bharu88
    Oct
  • 84°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Kota Bharu84
    Nov
  • 84°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Kota Bharu84
    Dec

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The weather guide for Malaysia (Kota Bharu) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Which is the hottest month in Kota Bharu?

The hottest time of year in Kota Bharu is normally May. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 91°F with very high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Kota Bharu?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Kota Bharu with 22.0 inches on average. There are normally 24 days in December with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Kota Bharu?

The sunniest time of year in Kota Bharu is normally April with bright sunshine on average for 68% of daylight hours; that's 8 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Kota Bharu?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Kota Bharu in May when the water temperature reaches 86°F.

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