July · Malaysia
Best time to visit Kuching in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kuching in July
Average temperature 28°C, 200 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
3.7/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 200 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Kuching scores 3.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 28°C, 200 mm of rain, and roughly 21 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.
July: the best month of the year in Kuching
July averages 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 85%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 200 mm — wet for this destination — but about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Kuching at 3.7/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kuching in July?
- In July, Kuching averages 28°C, 200 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.7/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Kuching?
- July earns a 3.7/10 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 July?
- Expect about 200 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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