Month guide · Kuala Lumpur · Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur in November
What November is really like in Kuala Lumpur: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Wiki Farazi, CC0
Quick answer
November is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 19 rainy days and roughly 12 hours of daylight. Usually the wettest month; plan indoor sights for afternoons and keep an umbrella handy.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 19
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in November
November is the 11th-warmest month in Kuala Lumpur: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 19 of its 30 days. Compared with October (32°C (90°F)), November is about as warm; by December highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 November)
- About 06:59
- Sunset (15 November)
- About 18:58
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
Southwest monsoon (June–September). Relatively dry and sunny, with school holidays, the durian season and Merdeka Day; haze is possible in some years.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, November 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 November
November has no major recurring festival in Kuala Lumpur, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in November
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Religious site · Chinatown (Petaling Street)
Sri Mahamariamman Temple
Leave your shoes at the entrance counter for a small fee and visit during an evening prayer for bells and music.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Architecture
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
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 24°C and 19 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 November 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 November a good time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Usually the wettest month; plan indoor sights for afternoons and keep an umbrella handy.
+How warm is Kuala Lumpur in November?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Kuala Lumpur in November?
Expect rain on about 19 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.