Discover the best time to visit Malaysia

If you’re after a taste of culture and nature during your Malaysia trip, then there are plenty of spots inland just waiting to be explored, from tea plantations to kampung villages. You can visit Malaysia’s mainland at any time of the year but to dodge higher prices, it’s best to avoid Chinese New Year and the peak months of July and August.

The East coast of Malaysia is home to some of the country’s most beautiful beaches and fantastic diving spots. If you want to add a bit of tropical relaxation into your itinerary, then the best time to visit this side of Malaysia is between March and October. During the rest of the year, heavy monsoon rains and thunder storms pass across the East Coast, meaning that many of the island resorts must close and most boats stay in port and will not sail to the island due to rough seas.

This part of Malaysia can be easily visited any time of year. There isn’t a specific rain season in the west, however you can expect wet weather from May to November. Rainfall during these months isn’t as heavy as it can be in the east and therefore shouldn’t stop you from travelling.