Kuala Lumpur vs Siem Reap in January

Siem Reap is the better pick in January — 80 vs 57 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Siem Reap is sweltering, dry, while Kuala Lumpur is sweltering, soaked, poor air quality.

Kuala Lumpur vs Siem ReapJanuary climate, side by side

Kuala LumpurSiem Reap
Comfort score57/100 (D)80/100 (A)
Feels-like high38°C35°C
Avg high / low33° / 24°32° / 21°
Rainfall191 mm17 mm
Rainy days222
Humidity86%63%
Air quality (AQI)10451

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

Kuala Lumpur vs Siem Reap in January — FAQ

Is January better in Kuala Lumpur or Siem Reap?
Siem Reap is the better pick in January — 80 vs 57 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Siem Reap is sweltering, dry, while Kuala Lumpur is sweltering, soaked, poor air quality.
What is the weather like in Kuala Lumpur vs Siem Reap in January?
In January, Kuala Lumpur averages 33°C high / 24°C low with about 191 mm of rain; Siem Reap averages 32°C high / 21°C low with about 17 mm.