The best times to visit Petaling Jaya for ideal weather are

June 11th to July 1st

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Petaling Jaya Travel Info

Weather in Petaling Jaya

Temperature

Average temperatures in Petaling Jaya vary barely at all. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a chance of rain throughout most of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the bottom 1 percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Petaling Jaya, the hottest months are June, May, and then July. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid June where highs are regularly around 93.1°F (33.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76.7°F (24.8°C) at night.

Petaling Jaya Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Petaling Jaya Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Petaling Jaya Perceived Temperature (F)

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Petaling Jaya Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Petaling Jaya Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 90.3 81.1 74.7
Feb 91.9 81.9 74.7
Mar 91.9 81.8 74.4
Apr 92.4 82.2 75.1
May 92.8 83.2 75.6
Jun 92.5 83.6 76
Jul 91.4 83 75.5
Aug 91.1 82.7 75.9
Sep 90.9 82.3 75.5
Oct 91.1 82 75.7
Nov 90.2 81.1 75.5
Dec 89.3 80.8 75.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 32.4 27.3 23.7
Feb 33.3 27.7 23.7
Mar 33.3 27.7 23.6
Apr 33.6 27.9 23.9
May 33.8 28.4 24.2
Jun 33.6 28.7 24.4
Jul 33 28.3 24.2
Aug 32.8 28.2 24.4
Sep 32.7 27.9 24.2
Oct 32.8 27.8 24.3
Nov 32.3 27.3 24.2
Dec 31.8 27.1 23.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Petaling Jaya are June, July, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid June. For example, on the week of June 18th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid November with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of November 12th.

When can you find snow in Petaling Jaya? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Petaling Jaya.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Petaling Jaya (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 38% 0 9.5
Feb 35% 0 8.3
Mar 43% 0 11.6
Apr 48% 0 12.9
May 33% 0 7.8
Jun 23% 0 5.4
Jul 24% 0 5.2
Aug 29% 0 7.8
Sep 35% 0 8.2
Oct 43% 0 11.2
Nov 59% 0 15.4
Dec 45% 0 12.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 38 0 24.1
Feb 35 0 21.1
Mar 43 0 29.5
Apr 48 0 32.8
May 33 0 19.8
Jun 23 0 13.7
Jul 24 0 13.2
Aug 29 0 19.8
Sep 35 0 20.8
Oct 43 0 28.4
Nov 59 0 39.1
Dec 45 0 31.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Petaling Jaya has some very humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is July (71.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (79.4%).

Wind in Petaling Jaya is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is August, followed by July and September. August’s average wind speed of around 3.5 knots (4 MPH or 6.4 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid August where average top sustained speeds reach 9.8 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Petaling Jaya.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 2.6 Barely noticeable 7.7 Gentle breeze
Feb 2.7 Barely noticeable 8.6 Gentle breeze
Mar 2.9 Barely noticeable 9.3 Gentle breeze
Apr 3 Barely noticeable 9.2 Gentle breeze
May 3.1 Barely noticeable 9.1 Gentle breeze
Jun 3.2 Barely noticeable 9 Gentle breeze
Jul 3.3 Barely noticeable 9 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.5 Barely noticeable 9.3 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.3 Barely noticeable 8.9 Gentle breeze
Oct 3.2 Barely noticeable 9 Gentle breeze
Nov 2.9 Barely noticeable 8.8 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.6 Barely noticeable 7.8 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 74.1%
Feb 72.3%
Mar 76.3%
Apr 76.9%
May 74.2%
Jun 71.8%
Jul 71.5%
Aug 72.4%
Sep 73.3%
Oct 75.6%
Nov 79.4%
Dec 78.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Petaling Jaya?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Malaysia; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 01, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia is June, followed by August and July. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Petaling Jaya in February. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 81.3 in February means 81.3% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Petaling Jaya Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 93.1°F (33.9°C) and 91.3°F (32.9°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is very common with 10 to 14 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with 7 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Petaling Jaya, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 91.6°F (33.1°C) and 90°F (32.2°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a great amount: 11 to 18 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Petaling Jaya to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 92.3°F (33.5°C) and 89.1°F (31.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 10 to 14 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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