April · Malaysia
Best time to visit Kuching in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kuching in April
Average temperature 28°C, 238 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
3.4/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 238 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Kuching scores 3.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 28°C, 238 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kuching is Sarawak's riverside capital-cat statues, pepper history, and gateway days to Bako and orangutan centres. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
April in Kuching — off-season conditions
April averages 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 85%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
238 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 3.4/10 here, 2nd of 12 months, against 3.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kuching in April?
- In April, Kuching averages 28°C, 238 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.4/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Kuching?
- April earns a 3.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kuching in April?
- Expect about 238 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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