Penang · AutumnMonth summary
Penang weather in November
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
25°C – 29°C
🌧 Rainy days
97% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.2h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
5.9/10
📅 📅 Best month
January (7.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Penang in November?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you prefer off-season travel with reduced prices and very few tourists.
❌ No if: you want to avoid rain — more than half the days are rainy.
Our take: Penang in November is possible but January offers a score of 7.2/10 vs 5.9.
By trip type
Penang in November by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in November
🎯 Harvest season — fresh local produce at markets and restaurants Autumn marks the end of peak season in Penang. Temperatures drop (29°C) and rain returns (97% of days). With 97% 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 November, Penang averages 29°C, 97% rainy days and 8.2h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 5.9/10.
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Comparison
November vs January (best month)
The best month is January (score 7.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +1°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -35%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +2.3h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Penang in November
Is November a good time to visit Penang?
November is an acceptable time for Penang (score 5.9/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider January (7.2/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Penang in November?
Yes, 97% of days see rain in November. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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