Balik Pulau weather in January (Penang, Malaysia)

Thinking of visiting Balik Pulau in January? Check the weather first! Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Balik Pulau usually has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 31°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 26°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Balik Pulau in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 123 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 9 days with rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 249 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit. January, February, March, 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 Balik Pulau climate page with graphs.

 

Balik Pulau, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Water Temperature 27°C *  

Chance of Rain 29%  

Precipitation 123 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 72% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 249 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Penang, Malaysia (6 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in Malaysia in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 27°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

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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