Kedah weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Kedah, Malaysia. Like most weather services, we show Kedah at one spot: Kota Kuala Muda, its largest city. At 4:30 AM local time it was drizzle and 25°C (76°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 AM, 7 PM (8.7 mm total). Best months for weather: Jan–Mar.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 81%
- Chance of rain
- 47%
- Rain
- 3.4 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 AM, 7 PM (8.7 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jan–MarOff season Sep–Dec
About Kota Kuala Muda weather
Is it raining in Kota Kuala Muda right now?
Yes. It’s drizzle and 25° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 AM, 7 PM (8.7 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Kota Kuala Muda this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 29–31° and lows of 24–25°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Tuesday.
Has it been raining in Kota Kuala Muda lately?
In the past 7 days, Kota Kuala Muda had 7 rainy days and 179.2 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Kota Kuala Muda?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Kedah weather by month
When is the best time to visit Kedah?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Kedah is Jan–Mar, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Sep–Dec tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 28°C (83°F) in October to 30°C (86°F) in March.
What is the rainiest month in Kedah?
November is the wettest month, with about 317 mm (12.5 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 67 mm (2.6 in).
What is the hottest month in Kedah?
March is the warmest, with average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F). October is the coolest, with highs of 28°C (83°F) and lows of 23°C (74°F).
How warm is the sea in Kedah?
The sea is warmest in April at about 32°C (89°F) and coolest in January at about 30°C (86°F). It is warm enough for swimming all year.
Kedah weather month by month
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Kota Kuala Muda), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Kedah
Weather can differ a lot within Kedah: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kota Kuala Muda | Jan–Mar | Apr–Dec | 28–30°C | 2,355 mm |
| Langkawi | Jan–Feb | Apr–Dec | 29–32°C | 2,200 mm |
| Sungai Petani | Jan–Mar | Apr–Dec | 28–30°C | 2,355 mm |
| Alor Setar | Jan–Mar | Apr–Dec | 29–31°C | 2,304 mm |
| Kulim | Jan–Mar | Apr–Dec | 28–30°C | 2,355 mm |
| Pendang | Jan–Mar | Apr–Dec | 29–31°C | 2,304 mm |
| Yan Besar | Jan–Mar | Apr–Dec | 29–31°C | 2,304 mm |
| Jitra | Feb–Mar | May, Jul–Dec | 28–32°C | 2,177 mm |
| Kampong Sidam | Jan–Mar | Apr–Dec | 28–30°C | 2,355 mm |
| Padang Serai | Jan–Mar | Apr–Dec | 28–30°C | 2,355 mm |
| Bedong | Jan–Mar | Apr–Dec | 28–30°C | 2,355 mm |
| Bandar Baharu | Jun, Jan–Feb | Mar–May, Jul–Dec | 29–30°C | 2,367 mm |