Penang
A UNESCO old town of shophouses and street art down every second alley, hawker food regularly named among the best in the world for the price, and a hill station above the heat with a funicular railway to get you there.
The best time to visit Penang is Jan–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 30°C (85°F). Local time there is 22:22 (UTC+8).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
January · high 84°F · rain 3.7in · 11.8h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Ramadan falls around 7 February to 8 March in 2027. Daytime cafés and restaurants often keep shorter hours.
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C84°F | 93mm3.7in | 11.8h11.8h | in the recommended window |
| February | 29°C85°F | 107mm4.2in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| March | 30°C85°F | 163mm6.4in | 12.1h12.1h | in the recommended window |
| April | 29°C85°F | 299mm11.8in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| May | 30°C85°F | 357mm14.1in | 12.4h12.4h | |
| June | 29°C84°F | 275mm10.8in | 12.4h12.4h | |
| July | 29°C84°F | 225mm8.9in | 12.4h12.4h | |
| August | 29°C84°F | 267mm10.5in | 12.3h12.3h | |
| September | 29°C84°F | 313mm12.3in | 12.1h12.1h | |
| October | 29°C83°F | 490mm19.3in | 12.0h12.0h | |
| November | 28°C83°F | 397mm15.6in | 11.9h11.9h | |
| December | 28°C83°F | 233mm9.2in | 11.8h11.8h |
Good to know
- Currency
- MYR · Malaysian ringgit
- Language
- Malay
- Plug
- G
- Driving
- on the left
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 240 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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