Malaysia in May-June : where to go? what to do? weather ?

Malaysia’s weather in May and June is perfect for enjoying the eastern islands. If you want to know all the climatic characteristics of Malaysia, we invite you to read our article weather malaysia.

Malaysia in May and June, is a destination to visit the islands of the east coast. The islands of the east coast (Tioman, Perhentian and Redang) are very sunny.
May/June is an ideal time if you are a solo traveler, or a couple without children, or a group of friends : you will effectively avoid the high season of July and August.

Going to Malaysia in May-June : an excellent choice

Planning your trip to Malaysia in May and June is very interesting for several categories of travelers. We will see for whom and why.
If you have the opportunity to travel outside the school vacations, then don’t hesitate!
You will avoid the crowd, but also the price increase.
June is part of the high season, but it will be less “bad” than July and August.

Some tips for leaving in June

We recommend that you follow these tips to ensure that your stay goes smoothly:

• If you are a regular in Malaysia, try new destinations less “banal”: the island of Borneo is full of atypical places and, in our opinion, even more beautiful than the peninsular side!
• If you only have a few dozen days available, book in advance to be safe and enjoy your stay.
• If you have a good month or more, you can, if you prefer, book as you go.

Malaysia in May : weather report

As with all other months, there is nothing more concrete than consulting past years’ archives to get an idea of the weather to predict before your vacation.
Here are some data of the Malaysian weather in May, retrieved from the archives, for Kuala Lumpur and Tioman Island over 2018, 2019, and 2020.

Weather in Kuala Lumpur in May 2018, 2019 and 2020
Here is for example, the weather history of Kuala Lumpur over the last 3 years.
As you can see, for Kuala Lumpur in May, the weather is cloudy with some showers. The humidity is between 73 and 94%, and the maximum temperature is around 33°C.

Weather in Tioman in May 2018, 2019 and 2020

If you want to go to Tioman Island, because you surely prefer to enjoy the beach, you can repeat this search.
You can find the following results for Tioman weather in May 2018 2019 and 2020 :

Last year, in May 2020, the sky was cloudy, with a few showers.
The weather in Tioman in May 2019 was mostly sunny with partly cloudy skies and some showers.
In May 2018, it was about the same weather conditions as 2019.

Malaysia in June : weather report

Also, here is the weather malaysia in June, on past years: weather June 2018, weather June 2019, weather June 2020.
It is quite difficult (if not impossible!) to predict the weather for your next vacation.
To get an idea, we usually consult the archives.
You can indeed, check the weather for the last three years: 2018, 2019 and 2020.
For that, you will find some interesting sites which will give you the weather in the past years as for example the site timeanddate.com

Weather in Kuala Lumpur in June 2018, 2019 and 2020
Here is for example, the weather history of Kuala Lumpur over the last 3 years.
As you can see, for Kuala Lumpur in June, the weather is sunny with a little overcast sometimes. The humidity is between 62 and 82%, and the maximum temperature is around 33°C.

Weather in Penang in June 2018, 2019 and 2020

If you want to go to Penang Island, because you surely prefer to enjoy the beach, you can repeat this search.
You will find the following results for Penang weather in June 2018 2019 and 2020 :

Last year, in June 2020, the sky was sunny, with partly cloudy skies.
In June 2019, the weather in Penang was generally cloudy with some showers.
In June 2018, it was about the same weather conditions as 2019.

Islands to visit in May and June

If you want to travel to the islands in Malaysia, you can for example go to the following islands:

• Redang : one of the most popular islands in Malaysia. It is home to the marine park where you can admire many marine species and enjoy the crystal clear fresh water. Redang is a perfect destination for couples and tourists looking for luxurious island facilities.
• Tioman : a beautiful island located on the east coast of Malaysia. It is famous for its many water sports activities. The island is easily accessible by bus and ferry.
• Others : the Perhentian islands of course, but you can also visit the less visited but equally beautiful islands : Kapas, Rawa, and many others!

Cities to visit in May and June

The capital of Malaysia, KUALA LUMPUR, will obviously be a must, especially if you arrive from Europe, especially from France.
We advise you to visit the surroundings of Kuala Lumpur, and not to stay too long with the crowd and the traffic jams of Kuala Lumpur center.
You can visit the surrounding cities (Putrajaya, for example), or even go to the shopping malls in the neighborhoods around the center.
Outside Kuala Lumpur, many tourists take the opportunity to visit the following places:

• • Kuala Terengganu: Kuala Terengganu is located on the east coast of Malaysia and is the capital of the state of Terengganu. You will find there the famous crystal mosque. This area is much more conservative than the capital. You can also leave from “K.T.” to reach the Perhentian islands or Pulau Redang (the 2 islands are not very far).
  • Kota Bharu : Kota Bharu is located on the east coast of Malaysia, it is the capital of the state of Kelantan. Like Kuala Terengganu, the city is also the main entrance to the island of Perhentians. You can visit: The downtown market and the Istana Jahar Museum which was a royal residence over 200 years ago.

Some additional tips

Malaysia is a predominantly Muslim country.
Remember to check the dates of the month of Ramadan.
If you are a Muslim, and would like to share this holy month (or part of it) with the local population, take advantage of it.
However, from our experience, do not expect “incredible” festivities either.

If you are not Muslim, please keep in mind that some businesses may be closed early.
Others, on the contrary, will stay open late into the night!

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