High humidity (90%) combined with the heat means it will feel more uncomfortable than the air temperature alone suggests — stay hydrated if you're active outside.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Penang?

The hottest month in Penang is typically March, with daytime highs averaging around 29.6°C (85°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data. Overnight lows during this period average near 23.9°C (75°F).

What is the coldest month in Penang?

The coldest month in Penang is typically January, with overnight lows averaging around 23.2°C (74°F) and daytime highs near 28.4°C (83°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data.

Does Penang have a rainy season?

Penang doesn't have a sharply defined rainy season rainfall is fairly spread across the year based on 10 years of historical data. October is the wettest month on average (about 437 mm), while February is the driest (about 122 mm).

What's the best time of year to visit Penang?

The best time to visit Penang is typically December to March, when daytime highs average a comfortable 28.9°C (84°F). Rainfall during this window averages around 174 mm, one of the lighter, more comfortable stretches of the year. This is based on 10 years of historical weather data.

Is Penang's air quality safe right now?

As of the latest reading, Penang's air quality index (AQI) is 36, rated "Good", based on the nearest monitoring station. Air quality is considered satisfactory, with little to no health risk.

Atmospheric Details

Wind

6 km/h

N · Light Breeze · Max 12 km/h

Humidity

90 %

High · feels muggy

UV Index

Very High

Visibility

6 km

Good

Pressure

988 hPa

Low · change likely

Dew Point

24°C

Very humid

Today vs Normal

28°C-1° below normal

The long-term average high for today is 29°C.

28 of the last 28 days with published data ran above normal.

That's a break from the pattern - today's forecast runs below normal even though the recent stretch mostly ran above.

Red = above normal, blue = at or below · last 12 days

Air Quality

Good

Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. It’s a good day to be active outside.

Health & Activity Advice

⚠ Limit Outdoor Time

UV index is 8 today — very high. Limit sun exposure around midday, apply SPF 30+ every two hours, and seek shade when possible.

Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. It’s a good day to be active outside.

Morning before 10 AM or evening after 4 PM is the more comfortable window for outdoor activity today.

High humidity (90%) combined with the heat means it will feel more uncomfortable than the air temperature alone suggests — stay hydrated if you're active outside.