Climate Insights for Kamunting

The climate in Kamunting is cold. The average annual temperature is -26°C and approximately 66mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 25mm of rainfall. Kamunting sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 66cm accumulating over the season.

Kamunting sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -36°C to -18°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at -18°C with a mean of -20°C. June brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -36°C and an average temperature of -31°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between January and February, with a 13°C shift in average temperatures.

Kamunting is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 66mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 25mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 0mm. That's 25mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 66cm accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 25cm.

Kamunting is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

It is currently summer in Kamunting, which began on June 21, 2026. Kamunting sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around -18°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in June near -36°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kamunting based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.