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The weather guide for Penang, Malaysia shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by MeteoBlue. Find out more about our data sources.

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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.

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Compare Penang weather with the USA

Below the Penang weather chart shows average maximum daytime temperature for Penang, Malaysia and the USA (Washington).

Maximum daytime temperature (°C)

Penang, Malaysia
USA (Washington)
31
5
32
7
32
13
32
19
31
24
31
29
31
31
31
30
30
26
30
20
31
14
31
8
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Metric (°C / mm)  |  Imperial (°F / inches)

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Where's hot in Malaysia right now?

Below are the temperatures expected today at popular destinations in Malaysia. Select a destination to compare today's forecast with average weather conditions.

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