Kuala Lumpur vs Penang

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Penang edges ahead as the better destination in February. Penang offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 16 rain days, while Kuala Lumpur sees 10 sunshine hours and 18 rain days.

Kuala Lumpur can feel quite hot at 30°C, so plan for heat. Penang runs hot at 30°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Penang is the stronger choice in February.

Kuala Lumpur reaches an average high of 30°C (86°F) and drops to 22°C (72°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Penang averages 30°C (86°F) for the high and 25°C (77°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.

Kuala Lumpur receives approximately 165 mm of rainfall across 18 rain days during February. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Penang sees 102 mm over 16 rain days. That makes Penang the drier option by 2 rain days and 63 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.