Month guide · Kuala Lumpur · Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur in February
What February is really like in Kuala Lumpur: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit Kuala Lumpur. Expect average highs of 33°C (91°F), lows of 23°C (73°F), about 11 rainy days and roughly 12 hours of daylight. Usually the driest and sunniest month; festival decorations and some business closures around Chinese New Year.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 33°C (91°F) / 23°C (73°F)
- Rainy days
- About 11
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in February
February is the 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 23°C (73°F). Rain falls on roughly 11 of its 28 days. Compared with January (32°C (90°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs stay near 33°C (91°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 07:27
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 19:28
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
Second inter-monsoon (October–November). The wettest period, with frequent storms and occasional flash floods; plan indoor sights for afternoons.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 4 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 February
February has no major recurring festival in Kuala Lumpur, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in February
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Religious site · Gombak
Batu Caves
A limestone hill 13 km north of the city with Hindu shrines in its caves.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- History
- Photo spot
- Active
Street · Bukit Bintang
Jalan Alor food street
Walk the full length first, then choose stalls with local diners; check seafood prices before ordering.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Food
- After dark
- Iconic
Park · KLCC
KLCC Park
A landscaped park behind the towers with a jogging track, a large children's playground and wading pool, and Lake Symphony, where musical fountain shows run in the evenings.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Outdoors
- After dark
- Photo spot
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Viewpoint · Bukit Nanas
Menara KL (KL Tower)
Visit near sunset for both views of the twin towers, and walk the canopy walkway in the forest below beforehand.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Views
- Kids
- Nature
- Couples
What to pack
For highs near 33°C, lows near 23°C and 11 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
It is one of the best months to visit Kuala Lumpur. Usually the driest and sunniest month; festival decorations and some business closures around Chinese New Year.
+How warm is Kuala Lumpur in February?
Average highs are around 33°C (91°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Kuala Lumpur in February?
Expect rain on about 11 days of the month.