Penang vs Kuala Lumpur

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Penang edges ahead as the better destination in March. Penang offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 23 rain days, while Kuala Lumpur sees 10 sunshine hours and 26 rain days.

Penang can feel quite hot at 30°C, so plan for heat. Kuala Lumpur runs hot at 30°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Penang is the stronger choice in March.

Penang reaches an average high of 30°C (86°F) and drops to 25°C (77°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Kuala Lumpur averages 30°C (86°F) for the high and 23°C (73°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.

Penang receives approximately 182 mm of rainfall across 23 rain days during March. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Kuala Lumpur sees 260 mm over 26 rain days. That makes Penang the drier option by 3 rain days and 78 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.