Climate of Penang, Malaysia
Area-weighted average across Penang. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Penang, a subdivision of Malaysia, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 26.8°C / 80.2°F in September to 27.8°C / 82°F in March, with rainfall from 100 mm / 3.9 in to 386 mm / 15.2 in depending on the season (2534 mm / 99.8 in total across the year). See the 2 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.9°C80.4°F | 116 mm4.6″ | Tropical |
| February | 27.5°C81.5°F | 100 mm3.9″ | Tropical |
| March | 27.8°C82°F | 167 mm6.6″ | Tropical |
| April | 27.8°C82°F | 235 mm9.3″ | Tropical |
| May | 27.7°C81.9°F | 220 mm8.7″ | Tropical |
| June | 27.6°C81.7°F | 156 mm6.1″ | Tropical |
| July | 27.2°C81°F | 188 mm7.4″ | Tropical |
| August | 27.1°C80.8°F | 198 mm7.8″ | Tropical |
| September | 26.8°C80.2°F | 290 mm11.4″ | Tropical |
| October | 26.8°C80.2°F | 386 mm15.2″ | Tropical |
| November | 26.8°C80.2°F | 288 mm11.3″ | Tropical |
| December | 26.8°C80.2°F | 190 mm7.5″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Penang?
Penang, Malaysia does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is March at 27.8°C / 82°F, and the driest is February at 100 mm / 3.9 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Penang?
Penang, Malaysia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 26.8°C / 80.2°F in September to 27.8°C / 82°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 2534 mm / 99.8 in, with the wettest month being October (386 mm / 15.2 in) and the driest February (100 mm / 3.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Penang?
The hottest month in Penang is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.8°C / 82°F.
What is the coldest month in Penang?
The coldest month in Penang is September, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.8°C / 80.2°F.
When does it rain most in Penang?
The wettest month in Penang is October, averaging about 386 mm / 15.2 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 100 mm / 3.9 in.