Best Time to Visit Kota Bharu
Best time: Feb, Mar, Apr.
May is warmest (32.9°C high); Dec is rainiest (589 mm).
Kota Bharu weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 29.4 | 22.4 | 174 | 7.4 |
| Feb | 30.3 | 22.5 | 70 | 8.5 |
| Mar | 31.6 | 23 | 89 | 9.4 |
| Apr | 32.7 | 23.6 | 86 | 9.5 |
| May | 32.9 | 23.8 | 134 | 8.4 |
| Jun | 32.5 | 23.4 | 145 | 8.1 |
| Jul | 32.1 | 23.1 | 159 | 8.1 |
| Aug | 31.9 | 22.9 | 177 | 8.1 |
| Sep | 31.6 | 22.8 | 206 | 8 |
| Oct | 31.2 | 23 | 244 | 7.5 |
| Nov | 29.9 | 23 | 555 | 6.5 |
| Dec | 29.2 | 22.9 | 589 | 6.2 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: FebMarApr
Beaches: FebAprMarMay
Hiking: FebAprMarJan
Sightseeing: FebMarApr
Kota Bharu quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Apr, May): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (Jan, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kota Bharu?
Feb, Mar, Apr.
What is the rainiest month?
Dec, about 589 mm.
What is the warmest month?
May, with average highs of 32.9°C.
Where to stay
See Kota Bharu hotels · Book Kota Bharu tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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