March · Malaysia
Best time to visit Kuching in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kuching in March
Average temperature 27°C, 431 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 87% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
3.3/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 431 mm
- Humidity
- 87%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
March in Kuching scores 3.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 27°C, 431 mm of rain, and roughly 19 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.
March in Kuching — off-season conditions
Days in March average 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 87% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 431 mm: only about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 3.3/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 3.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination. That combination — decent conditions at the lowest rates of the year — is the best value window on this page.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kuching in March?
- In March, Kuching averages 27°C, 431 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.3/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Kuching?
- March earns a 3.3/10 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 March?
- Expect about 431 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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