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Muar weather & best time to visit

City break

Muar at a glance

Best time
Jan – Feb, Jul – Aug
Warmest month
Mar · 33°
Warmest sea
May · 30.4°
Sunshine a year
1,950 h
Rain a year
2,164 mm
Climate
Tropical
Time zone
UTC+8
Elevation
6 m

Climate in Muar

Muar has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. March is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while December is the coolest at 31 °C. With around 1,950 hours of sunshine a year, Muar is moderately sunny; February is the sunniest month with 6.5 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Muar

The best time to visit Muar is from January to February and from July to August. The sea reaches 30.4 °C in May, but frequent rain gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. From March to April it can get very hot, with highs of up to 33 °C. The wettest month is November with 256 mm of precipitation.

Muar through the seasons

How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.

Muar in spring

Mar – May

21

Poor

  • 33 °C by day
  • Sea 30 °C
  • 5.9 h of sun a day
  • 75 rainy days in all

Muar in summer

Jun – Aug

27

Poor

  • 32 °C by day
  • Sea 30 °C
  • 5.5 h of sun a day
  • 69 rainy days in all

Muar in autumn

Sep – Nov

25

Poor

  • 32 °C by day
  • Sea 30 °C
  • 4.7 h of sun a day
  • 76 rainy days in all

Muar in winter

Dec – Feb

29

Poor

  • 31–33 °C by day
  • Sea 29 °C
  • 5.3 h of sun a day
  • 58 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

No month

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

No month

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Peak heat

Mar – Apr

Highs of 33 °C or more

Rainy months

All year

Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Muar for you.

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: January – February, July

Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

23

Holiday weather in October

Poor

Best time to visit: January – February, July – August

Keep in mindFrequent rain

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 26°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 32°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 32°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 29°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 27°

06:5318:58

Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.

Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.

Light for photos in October

Golden hour
Morning 06:40–07:21 · evening 18:30–19:10
Blue hour
Morning 06:32–06:40 · evening 19:10–19:18

Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.

October in Muar compared with home

Home:

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Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs stay at about 32° from start to end.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high32°32°
Night-time low24°24°
Sea30°30°
Daylight12.1 h12.0 h

What is the weather like in Muar in October?

In October, Muar is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 25 days, adding up to 208 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Muar.

More details for October

Daylight
12 h 4 min06:53 – 18:58
UV index
14 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
12 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
87 %on averageAll months
Hot days
31 days30 °C or moreAll months
Time zone
UTC+8offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 50 %35 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %28 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 30 %0 %

Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.

What to pack in October

  • Swimwear
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses & sun hat
  • Light, breathable clothes
  • Water bottle – drink plenty
  • Insect repellent
  • Rain jacket or umbrella

Compare two months in Muar

Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.

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February has the better holiday weather in Muar: score 32 against 23. In February, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in February. February has 10 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in February.

October vs February, Muar
MonthOctoberFebruary
Holiday weather score2332better
Daytime high32°33°
Night-time low24°24°
Sea29.7°28.3°
Sunshine4.7 h6.5 hbetter
Rainy days2515better
Rainfall208 mm91 mmbetter
Muggy days3128better

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Muar month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

29January32° · Sea 28° · 5.2 h

In January, Muar is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 150 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Muar – and yet one of the best months here.

Muar in January
32February33° · Sea 28° · 6.5 h

In February, Muar is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 91 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Muar – and yet one of the best months here.

Muar in February
20March33° · Sea 29° · 5.9 h

In March, Muar is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 175 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Muar.

Muar in March
21April33° · Sea 30° · 6.0 h

In April, Muar is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 27 days, adding up to 212 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Muar.

Muar in April
23May33° · Sea 30° · 5.8 h

In May, Muar is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 30.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 189 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Muar.

Muar in May
25June32° · Sea 30° · 5.5 h

In June, Muar is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 30.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 160 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Muar.

Muar in June
29July32° · Sea 30° · 5.6 h

In July, Muar is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 144 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Muar – and yet one of the best months here.

Muar in July
28August32° · Sea 30° · 5.4 h

In August, Muar is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.8 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 177 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Muar – and yet one of the best months here.

Muar in August
26September32° · Sea 30° · 4.9 h

In September, Muar is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 165 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Muar.

Muar in September
23October32° · Sea 30° · 4.7 h

In October, Muar is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 25 days, adding up to 208 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Muar.

Muar in October
25November32° · Sea 30° · 4.5 h

In November, Muar is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 27 days, adding up to 256 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Muar.

Muar in November
27December31° · Sea 29° · 4.3 h

In December, Muar is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 25 days, adding up to 238 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Muar.

Muar in December

Climate in detail

Climate through the year

Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in Muar

How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.

  • Hot 24° and more
  • muggy month (15+ muggy days)

HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).

The coolest nights are in January (24°), the warmest in May (25°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 365 days a year.

Temperatures through the year

Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.

OctoberDay 32°Night 24°Sea 30°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan2932°24°28.3°5.2 h19150
FebruaryFeb3233°24°28.3°6.5 h1591
MarchMar2033°24°28.9°5.9 h22175
AprilApr2133°25°29.9°6.0 h27212
MayMay2333°25°30.4°5.8 h26189
JuneJun2532°25°30.4°5.5 h23160
JulyJul2932°24°29.9°5.6 h22144
AugustAug2832°24°29.8°5.4 h24177
SeptemberSep2632°24°29.6°4.9 h24165
OctoberOct2332°24°29.7°4.7 h25208
NovemberNov2532°24°29.5°4.5 h27256
DecemberDec2731°24°29.0°4.3 h25238

Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences

2.04° N, 102.57° E · 6 m · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur

Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in Muar

Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.

Sea in October29.7°Cvery warm

8 in 10 years: 29.1 – 30.2 °C

Swimming season: all year

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 29.7°8 in 10 years 29.1° – 30.2°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Muar ranges from 28.3 °C in January to 30.4 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.

The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in May, while the air already peaks in March. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in May, eight out of ten years were between 30.1 and 31.0 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan28.3°27.7°28.9°warm
FebruaryFeb28.3°27.8°28.9°warm
MarchMar28.9°28.2°29.6°warm
AprilApr29.9°29.4°30.3°very warm
MayMay30.4°30.1°31.0°very warm
JuneJun30.4°30.1°30.7°very warm
JulyJul29.9°29.6°30.4°very warm
AugustAug29.8°29.5°30.1°very warm
SeptemberSep29.6°29.3°30.0°very warm
OctoberOct29.7°29.1°30.2°very warm
NovemberNov29.5°28.9°30.0°very warm
DecemberDec29.0°28.4°29.5°very warm
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Muar

Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
1,950 hours
Sunniest month
Feb · 6.5 h a day
Least sunshine
Dec · 4.3 h a day
OctoberSunshine 4.7 hDaylight 12.1 hShare of daylight 39 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 4.7 of 12.1 hours of daylight in Muar, 39 % of the daylight hours.

Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.

Rain

Rain in Muar: rainy days and rainfall

A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
2,164 mm on 279 days
Wettest month
Nov · 256 mm
Driest month
Feb · 91 mm
OctoberRainy days 25Rainfall 208 mm

In October, Muar has about 25 rainy days with 208 mm of rain in total.

Sun protection

UV index in Muar

How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.

Clear-sky UV in October
14 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.

The sun is strongest in September (UV 14).

Minutes until sunburn in October

Very fair skin
about 10 min
Fair skin
about 10 min
Light brown skin
about 15 min
Olive skin
about 20 min

Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.

Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.

Wind & clouds

Wind and clouds in Muar

How breezy and how cloudy Muar is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.

Wind

Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.

Year average
12 km/h · gentle breeze
Windiest month
Jan · 15 km/h
Calmest month
Apr · 10 km/h
OctoberWind 12 km/hBeaufort 3
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Muar typically peaks at 12 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.

Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting

The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.

Clouds

Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.

Year average
83 % · mostly overcast
Clearest month
Mar · 78 %
Cloudiest month
Nov · 91 %
OctoberCloud cover 87 %Sunshine 4.7 h

In October, cloud covers on average 87 % of the sky over Muar: mostly overcast, with about 4.7 hours of sunshine a day.

Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.

Heat & humidity

Heat and humidity in Muar

How often the day gets hot in Muar (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.

Hot days a year
354 days
Hottest month
Mar · 33 °C
Hot months
All year

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 31Daytime high 32 °C

In October, it is hot in Muar every day, with an average daytime high of 32 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.

Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year

Planning a trip to Muar

Weather for your travel dates

Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.

Muar in the school holidays

How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.

Muar has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 28) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 21).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    21

    Poor

    • 33 °C by day
    • Sea 30 °C
    • 6.0 h of sun a day
    • 25 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    23

    Poor

    • 33 °C by day
    • Sea 30 °C
    • 5.7 h of sun a day
    • 26 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    28

    PoorBest holidays

    • 32 °C by day
    • Sea 30 °C
    • 5.5 h of sun a day
    • 23 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain

  • October half-term

    Oct

    23

    Poor

    • 32 °C by day
    • Sea 30 °C
    • 4.7 h of sun a day
    • 25 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    28

    Poor

    • 31 °C by day
    • Sea 29 °C
    • 4.8 h of sun a day
    • 22 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Getting there

Flying from

Nonstop flight
about 13 h 25 min
Distance
10,730 km
Time zone
UTC+8
Jet lag
About 7 days (7 h east)

Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.

Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.

Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.

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Muar vs Malacca

In October the holiday weather in Muar and Malacca is about equally good (score 23 vs 23). During the day it is about as warm in Malacca as in Muar. The sea is about equally warm.

Muar vs Malacca, in October
in OctoberMuarMalacca
Holiday weather score2323
Daytime high32°32°
Sea30°30°
Sunshine5 h5 h
Rainy days2525
Best timeJan – Feb, Jul – AugFeb

Through the year

OctoberMuar 32°Malacca 32°
MuarMalacca
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Ranking

Malaysia in October: the best places

In October, Muar ranks 17 of 22 destinations in this country.

  1. Semporna30°29°68
  2. 2Labuan31°30°67
  3. 3Langkawi (Kuah)31°30°66
  4. 4Port Klang33°30°58
  5. 5Kuala Terengganu31°29°35
  6. 6Kota Bharu31°31
  7. 7Miri31°30°30
  8. 8Alor Setar31°30°29
  9. 17MuarThis page32°30°23
All destinations: Malaysia

Near Muar

Other destinations close by.

Places with a climate like Muar

Destinations whose weather through the year is closest to Muar's – good alternatives.

  1. 88 % similar26SingaporeSingapore32°30°Best time: Jan – Feb
  2. 86 % similar27BatamIndonesia32°29°Best time: Jan – Feb
  3. 84 % similar28George Town, PenangMalaysia31°30°Best time: Apr, Jun – Feb
  4. 82 % similar29Bandar Seri BegawanBrunei31°30°Best time: Oct – Feb

Frequently asked questions about Muar

When is the best time to visit Muar?

The best time to visit Muar is from January to February and from July to August. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.

How warm is the sea in Muar?

The sea temperature in Muar ranges from 28.3 °C in January to 30.4 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.

Can you swim in Muar in October?

Yes. In October the sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath.

What is the warmest month in Muar?

March is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 24 °C. December is the coolest month at 31 °C.

When does it rain most in Muar?

The wettest month is November with 256 mm of precipitation. The driest month is February with 91 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Muar get?

Muar gets around 1,950 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is February with 6.5 hours a day; in December there are 4.3 hours a day.

What time zone is Muar in?

Muar is on UTC+8 all year.

How long is the flight from London to Muar?

A nonstop flight from London to Muar takes about 13 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 10,730 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.

Which school holidays are best for Muar?

Muar has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 28) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 21). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 21, May half-term 23, summer holidays 28, October half-term 23, Christmas holidays 28.