Jakarta vs Kuala Lumpur in August

Jakarta is the better pick in August — 70 vs 57 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Jakarta is sweltering, a little rain, poor air quality, while Kuala Lumpur is sweltering, soaked, poor air quality.

Jakarta vs Kuala LumpurAugust climate, side by side

JakartaKuala Lumpur
Comfort score70/100 (B)57/100 (D)
Feels-like high37°C38°C
Avg high / low32° / 23°32° / 24°
Rainfall63 mm203 mm
Rainy days1024
Humidity76%84%
Air quality (AQI)168112

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Jakarta vs Kuala Lumpur in August — FAQ

Is August better in Jakarta or Kuala Lumpur?
Jakarta is the better pick in August — 70 vs 57 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Jakarta is sweltering, a little rain, poor air quality, while Kuala Lumpur is sweltering, soaked, poor air quality.
What is the weather like in Jakarta vs Kuala Lumpur in August?
In August, Jakarta averages 32°C high / 23°C low with about 63 mm of rain; Kuala Lumpur averages 32°C high / 24°C low with about 203 mm.