Climate Insights for Gurun

Kuala Muda, Kedah, Malaysia

Hottest
March
32°C peak
Coldest
December
25°C low
Wettest
November
336mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Gurun is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 2380mm of precipitation falls per year. Gurun receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gurun sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 25° Feb Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 26° Mar Max: 32° Average: 29° Min: 26° Apr Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 26° May Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 26° Jun Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 26° Jul Max: 30° Average: 28° Min: 26° Aug Max: 30° Average: 28° Min: 26° Sep Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 26° Oct Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 26° Nov Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 26° Dec Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25°
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Average
Min

Gurun has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 25°C and an average of 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 119mm Feb Precipitation: 66mm Mar Precipitation: 117mm Apr Precipitation: 197mm May Precipitation: 304mm Jun Precipitation: 161mm Jul Precipitation: 157mm Aug Precipitation: 174mm Sep Precipitation: 263mm Oct Precipitation: 316mm Nov Precipitation: 336mm Dec Precipitation: 170mm
Precipitation

Gurun is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2380mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 198mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 336mm of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 66mm. That's 270mm less than November, 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Gurun is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

92 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Gurun, which began on June 21, 2026. Gurun sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 25°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 618mm across the season with a monthly average of 206mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 26 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 493mm across the season with a monthly average of 164mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 915mm across the season with a monthly average of 305mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 25 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 354mm across the season with a monthly average of 118mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 Gurun 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
31 °C
2 km/h
119 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
32 °C
2 km/h
66 mm
0 cm
Mar
26 °C
32 °C
2 km/h
117 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
197 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
304 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
26 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
161 mm
0 cm
Jul
26 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
157 mm
0 cm
Aug
26 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
174 mm
0 cm
Sep
26 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
263 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
316 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
336 mm
0 cm
Dec
25 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
170 mm
0 cm
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