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Bayan Lepas weather in January (Penang, Malaysia)

How's the weather trend in Bayan Lepas as January approaches? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In January, Bayan Lepas typically experiences very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 31°C. At night, they generally drop to 25°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Bayan Lepas in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 134 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 9 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

With approximately 249 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Bayan Lepas. January, February, June and July typically offer 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 Bayan Lepas climate page with graphs.

 

Bayan Lepas, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 134 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 249 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Penang, Malaysia (2 KM, 1 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.

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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 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

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