Best time to visit Penang

Q: When is the best time to visit Penang?

The best time to visit Penang is January, February and March based on the following average weather conditions. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Penang?

The hottest time of year in Penang is normally April. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 32°C with very high heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Penang?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Penang with 412mm on average. There are normally 24 days in October with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Penang?

The sunniest time of year in Penang is normally February with bright sunshine on average for 68% of daylight hours; that's 8 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Penang?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Penang in June when the water temperature reaches 30°C.

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When is the best time to visit Penang?

The best time to visit Penang is January, February and March based on the following average weather conditions.

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Which is the hottest month in Penang?

The hottest time of year in Penang is normally April. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 32°C with very high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Penang?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Penang with 412mm on average. There are normally 24 days in October with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Penang?

The sunniest time of year in Penang is normally February with bright sunshine on average for 68% of daylight hours; that's 8 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Penang?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Penang in June when the water temperature reaches 30°C.