Climate Insights for Kertih

Kemaman, Terengganu, Malaysia

Hottest
May
29°C peak
Coldest
January
25°C low
Wettest
December
545mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Kertih is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 2655mm of precipitation falls per year. Kertih receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kertih sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Feb Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 26° Mar Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Apr Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° May Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jun Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jul Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Aug Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Sep Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Oct Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Nov Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Dec Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 26°
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Kertih has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 25°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 362mm Feb Precipitation: 205mm Mar Precipitation: 114mm Apr Precipitation: 136mm May Precipitation: 149mm Jun Precipitation: 99mm Jul Precipitation: 109mm Aug Precipitation: 115mm Sep Precipitation: 125mm Oct Precipitation: 211mm Nov Precipitation: 486mm Dec Precipitation: 545mm
Precipitation

Kertih is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2655mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 221mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 545mm of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 99mm. That's 447mm less than December, 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.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 24km/h Feb Wind Speed: 24km/h Mar Wind Speed: 21km/h Apr Wind Speed: 17km/h May Wind Speed: 17km/h Jun Wind Speed: 18km/h Jul Wind Speed: 21km/h Aug Wind Speed: 21km/h Sep Wind Speed: 19km/h Oct Wind Speed: 16km/h Nov Wind Speed: 18km/h Dec Wind Speed: 24km/h
Wind Speed

Kertih is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 24km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 24km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 20km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Kertih, which began on March 20, 2026. Kertih sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in May at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 25°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 399mm across the season with a monthly average of 133mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 27 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 323mm across the season with a monthly average of 108mm. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 821mm across the season with a monthly average of 274mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 25 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1112mm across the season with a monthly average of 371mm. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kertih 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. 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
25 °C
27 °C
24 km/h
362 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
27 °C
24 km/h
205 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
26 °C
28 °C
21 km/h
114 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
29 °C
17 km/h
136 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
29 °C
17 km/h
149 mm
0 cm
Jun
27 °C
29 °C
18 km/h
99 mm
0 cm
Jul
27 °C
29 °C
21 km/h
109 mm
0 cm
Aug
27 °C
28 °C
21 km/h
115 mm
0 cm
Sep
26 °C
28 °C
19 km/h
125 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
28 °C
16 km/h
211 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
28 °C
18 km/h
486 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
27 °C
24 km/h
545 mm
0 cm
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