Langkawi, MalaysiaQuick decision
When to visit Langkawi?
🌞 Best time overall
January
🌡️ Optimal temperature
75°F–86°F in January
🌧 Least rain
40% rainy days in January
🌧 Wettest month
May (90%)
📅 Best score
7.7/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
BeachesDecember–March — Cenang, Tengah and Datai Bay.
Sky Bridge & GeoparkYear-round — suspension bridge, cable car and UNESCO mangroves.
Duty-FreeYear-round — spirits, chocolate and tax-free shopping.
Diving & SnorkellingDecember–April — Pulau Payar, reefs and clear waters.
Monthly climate data
Langkawi weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 75°F | 86°F | 40% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 77°F | 90°F | 31% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 77°F | 90°F | 49% | 0.1in | 11.1h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ April | 79°F | 86°F | 84% | 0.3in | 10.8h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 79°F | 86°F | 90% | 0.5in | 9.8h | 6.6/10 |
| ⛅ June | 79°F | 84°F | 78% | 0.3in | 10.3h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ July | 79°F | 84°F | 77% | 0.3in | 10.3h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ August | 77°F | 84°F | 84% | 0.4in | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 77°F | 84°F | 85% | 0.4in | 9.5h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 77°F | 84°F | 88% | 0.4in | 9.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 75°F | 84°F | 91% | 0.4in | 9.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 77°F | 84°F | 55% | 0.2in | 10.3h | 7.4/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 31°F, 74% rainy days, 10.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 29°F, 80% rainy days, 10.3h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 29°F, 88% rainy days, 9.2h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 30°F, 42% rainy days, 10.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.
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FAQ
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January is ideal with 40% rainy days and 30°F.
May is the wettest month with 90% rainy days.
Yes, January is the best month with an average of 30°F.
In winter, the average score is 7.6/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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