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Bukit Mertajam weather in October (Penang, Malaysia)

How's the weather trend in Bukit Mertajam as October approaches? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The month of October in Bukit Mertajam typically includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 32°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 25°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Bukit Mertajam in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 343 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 24 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 161 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Bukit Mertajam. January, February, June and July generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Bukit Mertajam, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 79%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 343 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 24 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
SunshineSunshine 161 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: George Town, Malaysia (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Where to go in Malaysia in October

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

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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.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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