Best time to visit Malaysia

The best time to visit Malaysia is Shoulder (Apr–Jun) or Monsoon (Oct–Nov), based on recorded weather, crowd and price levels. 4 seasons are compared below with their weather, crowds and prices so you can choose dates that suit your trip.

How we calculate costs

Shoulder
April – June
Hot and humid with short storms.
Crowds: medium
Prices: medium
Dry east coast
June – September
Best for Perhentian and Tioman islands and Borneo diving.
Crowds: high
Prices: high
Monsoon
October – November
Heavy rain on the east coast; many island resorts close.
Crowds: low
Prices: low
Dry west coast
December – March
Best window for Langkawi and Penang.
Crowds: high
Prices: high

Malaysia best time to visit FAQ

What is the cheapest time to visit Malaysia?

Prices in Malaysia are recorded as lowest during Monsoon (Oct–Nov).

When is Malaysia least crowded?

Crowds in Malaysia are recorded as lowest during Monsoon (Oct–Nov).

When is peak season in Malaysia?

Peak crowds or prices in Malaysia are recorded during Dry east coast (Jun–Sep) and Dry west coast (Dec–Mar).