Kedah Weather & Climate: Malaysia

Climate by month across Kedah, Malaysia, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Kedah

Kedah is one of several regions in Malaysia, with temperatures that range from 30°C (86°F) in October to 32°C (90°F) during the peak of February. We've based our full climate overview on data from Pantai Cenang, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Kedah, particularly in Pantai Cenang, temperatures are consistently high throughout the year, with average maximum temperatures always above 30°C (86°F).

February, March and April are generally the hottest months of the year.

Precipitation in Kedah varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in October with 316 mm (12 in) of rain, while January stays relatively dry with 50 mm (2 in). The region experiences its rainy season during May, July, August, September, October and November, when monthly rainfall can range from 195 mm (7.7 in) to 316 mm (12 in).

Explore Kedah by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kedah — and find the best time to visit. (based on Pantai Cenang)

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Pantai Cenang Kuah Kampung Padang Masirat Alor Setar Sungai Petani Changlun
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Climate map of Kedah

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Pantai Cenang 30°C (86°F) 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 27°C (81°F) 2192 mm (86 in)
Kuah 30°C (86°F) 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 27°C (81°F) 2167 mm (85 in)
Kampung Padang Masirat 30°C (86°F) 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 27°C (81°F) 2192 mm (86 in)
Alor Setar 31°C (88°F) 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 26°C (79°F) 2337 mm (92 in)
Sungai Petani 32°C (90°F) 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 26°C (79°F) 2422 mm (95 in) 2,145 hours
Changlun 31°C (88°F) 35°C (95°F) 23°C (73°F) 25°C (77°F) 2058 mm (81 in)

Places in Kedah, Malaysia

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