The short answer
When to go to Malacca
Malacca has no true dry season: every month brings 80 mm or more of rain, and highs sit around 31 to 33 C throughout. February is the driest month in the climate table, and January to March are the most settled. November is the wettest. For older travellers, the month matters less than the schedule: start outdoor sights at 8 am, rest in air-conditioning at midday and come back for the river and Jonker Street in the evening.
Month by month
Malacca weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C | 24°C | 102 mm | Relatively drier, hot and humid | |
| February | 33°C | 24°C | 80 mm | The driest month in the table | |
| March | 33°C | 24°C | 129 mm | Hottest month; sightsee early | |
| April | 33°C | 25°C | 166 mm | Hot, with afternoon showers beginning | |
| May | 33°C | 25°C | 167 mm | Hot and humid, frequent showers | |
| June | 32°C | 24°C | 173 mm | Showers, but cooler highs than spring | |
| July | 32°C | 24°C | 196 mm | Humid, regular rain; plan indoors for the afternoon | |
| August | 32°C | 24°C | 220 mm | Wetter month; carry an umbrella | |
| September | 32°C | 24°C | 162 mm | Humid with regular showers | |
| October | 32°C | 24°C | 189 mm | Rain increases ahead of the wettest months | |
| November | 32°C | 24°C | 233 mm | The wettest month in the table | |
| December | 31°C | 24°C | 177 mm | Wet, but a little cooler |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Malacca seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: February
- February: The driest month in the table
Good, with small trade-offs: January, March and June
- January: Relatively drier, hot and humid
- March: Hottest month; sightsee early
- June: Showers, but cooler highs than spring
Possible, with planning: April, May, July, August, September, October and December
- April: Hot, with afternoon showers beginning
- May: Hot and humid, frequent showers
- July: Humid, regular rain; plan indoors for the afternoon
- August: Wetter month; carry an umbrella
- September: Humid with regular showers
- October: Rain increases ahead of the wettest months
- December: Wet, but a little cooler
Best avoided with parents or children: November
- November: The wettest month in the table
Useful answers
Best time to visit Malacca: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Malacca?
February is the best month to visit Malacca, with January, March and June also good. Malacca has no true dry season: every month brings 80 mm or more of rain, and highs sit around 31 to 33 C throughout. February is the driest month in the climate table, and January to March are the most settled. November is the wettest. For older travellers, the month matters less than the schedule: start outdoor sights at 8 am, rest in air-conditioning at midday and come back for the river and Jonker Street in the evening.
Which months should I avoid in Malacca with elderly parents?
November is the month to avoid with older travellers. The wettest month in the table
When does it rain most in Malacca?
November is the wettest month, with about 233 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is March, with average highs around 33°C.