Month guide · Kuala Lumpur · Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur in April
What April is really like in Kuala Lumpur: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Chainwit., CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
April is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 33°C (91°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 16 rainy days and roughly 12.2 hours of daylight. One of the wetter months, with heavy late-afternoon thunderstorms; mornings are usually clear.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 33°C (91°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 16
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in April
April is the 3rd-warmest month in Kuala Lumpur: days average 33°C (91°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 16 of its 30 days. Compared with March (33°C (91°F)), April is about as warm; by May highs stay near 33°C (91°F).
- Sunrise (15 April)
- About 07:08
- Sunset (15 April)
- About 19:19
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
Northeast monsoon (December–March). Kuala Lumpur is sheltered from the worst of this monsoon, and January and February are usually the driest months, busy with Chinese New Year and Thaipusam.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, April rates 3 for crowds (the peak is January at 4) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in July). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in April
April has no major recurring festival in Kuala Lumpur, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in April
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Religious site · Robson Heights
Thean Hou Temple
A six-tiered Chinese temple on a hill south of the centre, dedicated to the sea goddess Mazu and built by the Hainanese community.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- Views
- Photo spot
Religious site · Chinatown (Petaling Street)
Masjid Jamek and River of Life
View the mosque from the riverside walkway at night, when the lights and mist effects are switched on.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- After dark
- History
- Photo spot
Street · Chinatown (Petaling Street)
Kwai Chai Hong
A once-neglected back lane behind Chinatown shophouses, restored with murals and installations showing family life in 1960s Chinatown, reached through a small arched entrance.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Photo spot
- Off the beaten path
- Art
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Museum · Perdana Botanical Garden
Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia
Allow time for the architecture models gallery, and have lunch at the museum restaurant before walking to the National Mosque next door.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Art
- Rainy day
- Architecture
- History
What to pack
For highs near 33°C, lows near 24°C and 16 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is April a good time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, January–February and June–July are better overall. Compare every month.
Kuala Lumpur in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is April a good time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. One of the wetter months, with heavy late-afternoon thunderstorms; mornings are usually clear.
+How warm is Kuala Lumpur in April?
Average highs are around 33°C (91°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Kuala Lumpur in April?
Expect rain on about 16 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.