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Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport

WMKK
775
Flights/Day
05:23
Local Time
Kuala Lumpur
Timezone
69ft
Elevation
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Current Conditions
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VFR
26°C
Few Clouds • 4kt • 6mi • 1009.00"
Observed: 21:00 UTC
VFR — Visual Flight Rules: Clear conditions, no weather delays expected.
Cloud Forecast Convective Activity
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02:00
CLR
14:00 TEMPO
CLR
Few (1-2 oktas) Scattered (3-4) Broken (5-7) Overcast (8) CB (storm) | CLR = Clear 25k = 25,000 ft ceiling
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TAF valid until 08:00 local time
About Kuala Lumpur International Airport

Kuala Lumpur experiences tropical thunderstorms year-round, intensifying during monsoon (October-March). Storms are brief but can be intense.

Is Kuala Lumpur Airport turbulent?

Kuala Lumpur sits in the tropics where daily thunderstorms are a fact of life. The monsoon climate produces intense but short-lived storms almost every afternoon, especially during the wetter months from October through March. Convective turbulence from these storms can be moderate to severe near developing cells, though pilots typically navigate around the most active areas.

  • November is the wettest month with over 10 inches of rain
  • Daily afternoon thunderstorms are common year-round
  • Storms are intense but typically short-lived
How does monsoon season affect KUL flights?

The northeast monsoon (November-March) brings the heaviest rainfall and most frequent thunderstorms. Flights may be delayed while storm cells pass over the airport, but total closures are rare. The inter-monsoon periods (April-May and September-October) can bring particularly intense storms. Airlines are experienced at operating in these conditions.

When is the best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur?

June through August is the driest period with fewer thunderstorms, though some still occur. Early morning flights year-round avoid peak afternoon storm activity. If flying during monsoon season, expect possible 30-60 minute delays while active cells pass. The tropical climate means no season is completely storm-free.

Is turbulence at Kuala Lumpur dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from Kuala Lumpur?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection

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SBW 07:20 Local -- Forecast
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05:45
Local
KUL MAA
6E 6E1032
06:00
Local
KUL JHB
ID ID7407
06:00
Local
KUL BTU
AK AK5246
06:00
Local
KUL SIN
AK AK701
06:00
Local
KUL UPG
MH MH847
06:00
Local
KUL BPN
MH MH843
06:05
Local
KUL TWU
AK AK5744
06:05
Local
KUL HAN
AK AK516
06:05
Local
KUL HAN
AK AK9516
06:05
Local
KUL BKI
AK AK5108
06:10
Local
KUL SZX
AK AK126
06:10
Local
KUL KTM
RA RA416
06:10
Local
KUL MAA
AK AK11
06:20
Local
KUL PEN
ID ID2116
boeing 737-8u3
06:20
Local
KUL UPG
AK AK330
06:25
Local
KUL SBW
AK AK5876
06:25
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KUL BWN
MH MH6116
06:25
Local
KUL SDK
AK AK5192
06:30
Local
KUL MYY
AK AK5651
06:30
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KUL KBR
FY FY2720
06:30
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KUL BWN
AK AK272
06:30
Local
KUL BGW
IA IA456
06:30
Local
KUL KCH
FY FY2810
06:30
Local
KUL SIN
MH MH7233
06:35
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KUL DMK
AK AK890
06:35
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KUL SYD
MH MH6207
06:40
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KUL PEN
AK AK6124
06:45
Local
KUL SIN
TR TR457
airbus a320-232
06:45
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MU MU7702
06:45
Local
KUL CGK
ID ID380
06:45
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KUL KCH
MH MH6108
06:50
Local
KUL BKI
FY FY2530
06:55
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KUL LBU
MH MH6114
06:55
Local
KUL SIN
TR TR457
07:00
Local
KUL DMK
ID ID524
boeing 737 max 8
07:00
Local
KUL CGK
AK AK380
07:00
Local
KUL AOR
MH MH1204
07:00
Local
KUL BKI
AK AK5104
07:00
Local
KUL CNX
AK AK854
07:00
Local
KUL JHB
AK AK6048
07:05
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KUL TRZ
AK AK25
airbus a320-251n
07:05
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KUL PVG
MH MH6162
07:05
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KUL PVG
FM FM864
07:10
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KUL MEL
MH MH6211
07:10
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KUL VTE
AK AK552
07:10
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AK AK818
07:10
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KUL SIN
AK AK703
07:10
Local
KUL TWU
FY FY2570
07:15
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AK AK170
07:15
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KUL SIN
TR TR457
07:15
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AK AK156
07:15
Local
KUL TGG
AK AK6224
07:15
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AK AK5202
07:15
Local
KUL BDJ
AK AK442
07:15
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KUL HKG
AK AK138
07:15
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AK AK6020
07:20
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KUL SYD
MH MH6205
07:20
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SQ SQ101
07:20
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ID ID7902
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ID ID1632
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