Selamat Datang! It means "Welcome" in Malaysia. And here, you truly are.
Malaysia has a tropical climate with high temperatures and humidlity all year round.
The temperature is basically static year-round. Daily averages are between 67°F and 90°F (21°C and 32°C). Temperatures in the hill resorts get a little cooler, averaging 67°F (21°C) during the day and 50°F (10°C) at night.
Rainy periods are usually between April and August and October and December. The east coast of peninsular Malaysia goes through an annual monsoon season between November and March.
The unit of currency is the ringgit (RM). The ringgit is divided into 100 sen. Currency notes are in denominations of RM1, RM2, RM5, RM10, RM20, RM50 and RM100. Coins are in denominations of 1 sen, 10 sen, 20 sen and 50 sen.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) is 75 km from Kuala Lumpur city.
The official language is Bahasa Malaysia though most people speak English.
The voltage used in Malaysia is 220-240 volts AC (50 cycles). Three-point square plugs are used (British style), so buy an adapter if you plan to bring any appliances. Also, many larger hotels can provide adapters upon request.
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