Climate of Pahang, Malaysia
Area-weighted average across Pahang. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Pahang, a subdivision of Malaysia, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 24.4°C / 75.9°F in January to 26.3°C / 79.3°F in May, with rainfall from 134 mm / 5.3 in to 376 mm / 14.8 in depending on the season (2518 mm / 99.1 in total across the year). See the 2 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.4°C75.9°F | 241 mm9.5″ | Tropical |
| February | 25°C77°F | 148 mm5.8″ | Tropical |
| March | 25.8°C78.4°F | 172 mm6.8″ | Tropical |
| April | 26.2°C79.2°F | 197 mm7.8″ | Tropical |
| May | 26.3°C79.3°F | 201 mm7.9″ | Tropical |
| June | 26°C78.8°F | 143 mm5.6″ | Tropical |
| July | 25.7°C78.3°F | 134 mm5.3″ | Tropical |
| August | 25.7°C78.3°F | 153 mm6″ | Tropical |
| September | 25.6°C78.1°F | 194 mm7.6″ | Tropical |
| October | 25.5°C77.9°F | 252 mm9.9″ | Tropical |
| November | 25.4°C77.7°F | 307 mm12.1″ | Tropical |
| December | 24.6°C76.3°F | 376 mm14.8″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Pahang?
Pahang, Malaysia does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is May at 26.3°C / 79.3°F, and the driest is July at 134 mm / 5.3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Pahang?
Pahang, Malaysia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 24.4°C / 75.9°F in January to 26.3°C / 79.3°F in May. Annual rainfall averages about 2518 mm / 99.1 in, with the wettest month being December (376 mm / 14.8 in) and the driest July (134 mm / 5.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Pahang?
The hottest month in Pahang is May, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.3°C / 79.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Pahang?
The coldest month in Pahang is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.4°C / 75.9°F.
When does it rain most in Pahang?
The wettest month in Pahang is December, averaging about 376 mm / 14.8 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 134 mm / 5.3 in.