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Weather in Penang (George Town)
🇲🇾 Malaysia
Climate Type
🌴Tropical (Wet)
Current Weather
31°C
Rain• 73% humidity
27°C
Avg Temperature
284
Rainy Days/Year
84%
Avg Humidity
102
Sun Hours/Year
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Monthly Weather Overview
Average conditions throughout the year
| Month | Temp | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 27°C | 21 days | 81% | ✓🌧️💧☀️ |
February | 27°C | 19 days | 79% | ✓🌧️☀️ |
March | 28°C | 22 days | 80% | ✓🌧️☀️ |
April | 28°C | 29 days | 86% | ✓🌧️💧☀️ |
May | 28°C | 28 days | 87% | ✓🌧️💧☀️ |
June | 28°C | 21 days | 82% | ✓🌧️💧☀️ |
July | 28°C | 16 days | 80% | ✓🌧️☀️ |
August | 27°C | 24 days | 84% | ✓🌧️💧☀️ |
September | 27°C | 23 days | 86% | ✓🌧️💧 |
October | 27°C | 28 days | 88% | ✓🌧️💧 |
November | 27°C | 29 days | 89% | ✓🌧️💧 |
December | 27°C | 24 days | 84% | ✓🌧️💧☀️ |
✓ Ideal temp (20-28°C)🌧️ Rainy (15+ days)🔥 Hot (32°C+)❄️ Cold (<10°C)💧 Humid (80%+)☀️ Sunny (8h+)
Climate Charts
Visual overview of Penang (George Town)'s weather patterns
27°
Jan
27°
Feb
28°
Mar
28°
Apr
28°
May
28°
Jun
28°
Jul
27°
Aug
27°
Sep
27°
Oct
27°
Nov
27°
Dec
Cold (<10°C) Cool (10-17°C) Mild (18-24°C) Warm (25-29°C) Hot (30°C+)
Best Time to Visit Penang (George Town)
✓
Recommended
Weather is pleasant year-round
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Consider Avoiding
No particularly bad months
What to Pack for Penang (George Town)
Based on Tropical (Wet) climate
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Light, breathable fabrics
Avg 27°C year-round
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Sandals and flip-flops
Tropical climate
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Insect repellent
Tropical environment
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Quality rain jacket
284 rainy days/year
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Compact umbrella
Frequent rain expected
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Quick-dry fabrics
84% avg humidity
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Breathable shoes
High humidity comfort
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Packable day bag
Daily exploration
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