Average Monthly Sunshine in Penang

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Penang receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Penang changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2474 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in January and a subtle dip in September.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. January sees up to 8.3 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. September, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.4 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Penang’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Penang enjoys an average of 2474 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

In contrast, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

October, Penang’s wettest month, receives 174 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 31°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Penang Precipitation page.