Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang)
Country: Malaysia · Region: Southeast Asia · Currency: Malaysian Ringgit
Port Klang is the main cruise port for Malaysia, located about 40 km west of Kuala Lumpur, offering day-trip access to Malaysia's vibrant capital city. Cruise ships call here regularly, typically as part of broader Asian itineraries.
Top sights
Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Botanical Garden, Dataran Merdeka (Independence Square), Chinatown, Stadium Merdeka, Petronas Twin Towers
Things to do
- Sultan Abdul Samad Building
- Historic colonial-era building located on Dataran Merdeka (Independence Square), formerly the Colonial Secretariat on the Selangor Club Padang.
- Stadium Merdeka
- Historic venue where Malaysia's independence was declared in 1957 in front of huge crowds.
- Kuala Lumpur Railway Station
- Anglo-Indian-style British-built transport hub that is convenient for accessing Chinatown.
Forecast for Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang)
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Weather in Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang) by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 84°F | 75°F | 10.5 in | 24 |
| February | 86°F | 75°F | 6.4 in | 19 |
| March | 87°F | 76°F | 10.9 in | 25 |
| April | 87°F | 77°F | 12.3 in | 27 |
| May | 87°F | 77°F | 12.5 in | 26 |
| June | 86°F | 77°F | 6.7 in | 20 |
| July | 87°F | 76°F | 6.2 in | 19 |
| August | 86°F | 76°F | 8.5 in | 22 |
| September | 86°F | 76°F | 10.3 in | 24 |
| October | 85°F | 76°F | 11.2 in | 25 |
| November | 84°F | 76°F | 15.6 in | 29 |
| December | 84°F | 75°F | 13.5 in | 28 |
Getting around
From Port Klang, take a taxi, train (Port Klang Line to KL Sentral or Kuala Lumpur Railway Station), or bus to reach Kuala Lumpur city center approximately 40 km away.
What to eat
Kuala Lumpur offers food from all parts of the world and is known for having affordable dining options reflecting its multicultural population of Chinese, Malay, and Indian communities.
Tips
Dress lightly for the tropical heat and humidity, bring an adapter for 230V Type G plugs, and note that mosques and temples have strict dress codes (though gowns are often provided).
Best for
Cultural exploration, shopping, food
More ports in Southeast Asia
Bali (Benoa) · Bangkok (Laem Chabang) · Da Nang · Ha Long Bay · Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My) · Ko Samui · Langkawi · Manila · Penang · Phuket · Singapore