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Penang weather in April (Malaysia)

How is April weather typically in Penang? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

The typical weather for April in Penang includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 32°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 26°C. These are average temperatures, but there can be hotter days. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Penang in April falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 227 mm for the month. This month experiences about 17 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 227 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Penang. January, February, June and July generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, May, August, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Penang climate page with graphs.

 

Penang, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 227 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 73%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 227 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Malaysia in April

Find out more about the weather in Malaysia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Penang.

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