The short answer
When to go to Genting Highlands
Genting Highlands is cool at about 20 to 22 C by day, but wet: every month has 100 mm or more of rain. June to August are the driest, at roughly 100 to 120 mm, and the easiest for views. November is the wettest at about 310 mm, with heavy rain and low cloud. Weekends and school holidays are crowded, so older travellers should aim for midweek and pack a warm layer.
Month by month
Genting Highlands weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C | 12°C | 250 mm | Cool and wet; mist is common | |
| February | 21°C | 12°C | 165 mm | One of the drier months of the first half of the year | |
| March | 22°C | 12°C | 232 mm | Mild but frequent heavy rain | |
| April | 22°C | 13°C | 259 mm | Warmest and wet; afternoon storms | |
| May | 22°C | 13°C | 203 mm | Wet, though easing towards June | |
| June | 22°C | 13°C | 112 mm | Among the driest months; good visibility more often | |
| July | 22°C | 13°C | 103 mm | Driest month in the table; the easiest weather for outings | |
| August | 22°C | 13°C | 120 mm | Relatively dry; busy with school holidays | |
| September | 21°C | 13°C | 173 mm | Rain picks up but is manageable | |
| October | 21°C | 13°C | 258 mm | Wet again; plan indoor options | |
| November | 21°C | 13°C | 310 mm | The wettest month; heavy rain and low cloud | |
| December | 21°C | 12°C | 278 mm | Wet and cool; busy year-end holidays |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Genting Highlands seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: June, July and August
- June: Among the driest months; good visibility more often
- July: Driest month in the table; the easiest weather for outings
- August: Relatively dry; busy with school holidays
Good, with small trade-offs: February and September
- February: One of the drier months of the first half of the year
- September: Rain picks up but is manageable
Possible, with planning: January, March, April, May, October and December
- January: Cool and wet; mist is common
- March: Mild but frequent heavy rain
- April: Warmest and wet; afternoon storms
- May: Wet, though easing towards June
- October: Wet again; plan indoor options
- December: Wet and cool; busy year-end holidays
Best avoided with parents or children: November
- November: The wettest month; heavy rain and low cloud
Useful answers
Best time to visit Genting Highlands: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Genting Highlands?
June, July and August are the best months to visit Genting Highlands, with February and September also good. Genting Highlands is cool at about 20 to 22 C by day, but wet: every month has 100 mm or more of rain. June to August are the driest, at roughly 100 to 120 mm, and the easiest for views. November is the wettest at about 310 mm, with heavy rain and low cloud. Weekends and school holidays are crowded, so older travellers should aim for midweek and pack a warm layer.
Which months should I avoid in Genting Highlands with elderly parents?
November is the month to avoid with older travellers. The wettest month; heavy rain and low cloud
When does it rain most in Genting Highlands?
November is the wettest month, with about 310 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is April, with average highs around 22°C.