Penang · SummerMonth summary
Penang weather in August
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
25°C – 30°C
🌧 Rainy days
81% of days
☀️ Sunshine
9.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Summer
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
January (7.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Penang in August?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Favourable conditions in August (7.0/10). January scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Penang in August by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in August
🎯 Water at 27°C and lively beaches — August is peak swimming season in Penang In the height of summer, Penang sees high temperatures (30°C). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. With 81% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. January (7.2/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 24°C | 30°C | 62% | 5.0 | 10.5h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 25°C | 31°C | 55% | 4.4 | 11.0h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ March | 25°C | 31°C | 75% | 6.3 | 11.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 25°C | 30°C | 93% | 11.1 | 10.1h | 6.5/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 26°C | 30°C | 90% | 13.2 | 9.1h | 6.1/10 |
| ⛅ June | 26°C | 30°C | 76% | 7.4 | 10.0h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ July | 26°C | 30°C | 66% | 5.8 | 10.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 25°C | 30°C | 81% | 9.6 | 9.8h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 25°C | 30°C | 87% | 11.0 | 8.9h | 6.6/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 25°C | 29°C | 92% | 13.8 | 8.5h | 6.3/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 25°C | 29°C | 97% | 13.5 | 8.2h | 5.9/10 |
| ⛅ December | 24°C | 29°C | 74% | 7.0 | 8.9h | 7.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In August, Penang averages 30°C, 81% rainy days and 9.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.0/10.
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Comparison
August vs January (best month)
The best month is January (score 7.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -19%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.7h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Penang in August
Is August a good time to visit Penang?
August is an acceptable time for Penang (score 7.0/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider January (7.2/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Penang in August?
Yes, 81% of days see rain in August. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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