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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Penang has a tropical rainforest climate, classified as Af in the Köppen system. The warmest month is February with an average high of 30°C, while the coldest month is January with lows dropping to 24°C. The annual temperature range of 6°C indicates a relatively stable climate year-round.
The driest month is January with only 15 rain days and 114mm of precipitation. For travellers, January through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 82% to 82% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Penang are January, February, March. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
30°C
February
Coldest Month
24°C
January
Driest Month
15 days
January
Annual Range
6°C
24° to 30°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C | 24°C | 15 | 10h | View |
| February | 30°C | 25°C | 16 | 10h | View |
| March | 30°C | 25°C | 23 | 10h | View |
| April | 30°C | 25°C | 28 | 10h | View |
| May | 30°C | 26°C | 27 | 10h | View |
| June | 30°C | 26°C | 22 | 10h | View |
| July | 30°C | 25°C | 21 | 10h | View |
| August | 30°C | 25°C | 24 | 9h | View |
| September | 29°C | 25°C | 26 | 9h | View |
| October | 29°C | 25°C | 29 | 8h | View |
| November | 29°C | 25°C | 27 | 8h | View |
| December | 29°C | 25°C | 21 | 9h | View |
January
15 rain days, 10h sun
February
16 rain days, 10h sun
March
23 rain days, 10h sun
April
28 rain days, 10h sun
May
27 rain days, 10h sun
June
22 rain days, 10h sun
July
21 rain days, 10h sun
August
24 rain days, 9h sun
September
26 rain days, 9h sun
October
29 rain days, 8h sun
November
27 rain days, 8h sun
December
21 rain days, 9h sun
Penang in February
Data Sources for Penang
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.