October · Malaysia
Best time to visit Kuching in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kuching in October
Average temperature 27°C, 288 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
3.3/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 288 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
October in Kuching scores 3.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 288 mm of rain, and roughly 20 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.
October in Kuching — off-season conditions
October averages 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 86%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
288 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 3.3/10 here, 7th 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 low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kuching in October?
- In October, Kuching averages 27°C, 288 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.3/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Kuching?
- October 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 October?
- Expect about 288 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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