January is a hot and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Malaysia. January is an excellent month for swimming in Malaysia with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Malaysia in the months of February, March, April, August, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.
The average maximum temperature in Malaysia in January is 30°. The average maximum temperature is 30° in the previous month and 31° in the next month.
The average temperature in Malaysia in January is 27°. The average temperature ranges is 27° in the previous month and 27° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Malaysia in January is 24°. The minimum temperature is 24° in the previous month and 24° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Malaysia in January are 11.9 and there are 4.9 hours of sunshine per day on average during January making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Malaysia in January is typically 12.9 during January. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Malaysia in January is 27.5° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Malaysia in January is 5.7cm and on average there are 14.5 rainy days in January making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Malaysia in January is 24° which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning. The dew point is 25° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Malaysia in January is typically 91.4%. The maximum relative humidity is 93.9% in the previous month and 91.4% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Malaysia in January is typically 80.5%. The average relative humidity is 83.1% in the previous month and 79.5% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Malaysia in January is typically 16kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 16kmh in the previous month and 16kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Malaysia in January is typically 8kmh. The average wind speed is 8kmh in the previous month and 8kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Malaysia in January is from the North.
