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Balik Pulau weather in April (Penang, Malaysia)

What weather conditions can you expect in Balik Pulau this April? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In April, Balik Pulau typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 31°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 26°C. Typical temperatures can be misleading; some days will be hotter. Prepare with light clothing and plenty of hydration to stay cool.

Precipitation

Balik Pulau in April falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 224 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 227 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Balik Pulau. January, February, March, June and July typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, May, August, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Balik Pulau, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 224 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 227 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Penang, Malaysia (6 KM, 4 Miles).

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

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