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Gelugor weather in August (Malaysia)

What does the weather outlook for Gelugor look like in August? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

August in Gelugor generally includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 32°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 26°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Precipitation

Gelugor in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 209 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 18 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With around 190 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Gelugor. January, February, 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 Gelugor climate page with graphs.

 

Gelugor, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 209 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 190 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Penang, Malaysia (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in Malaysia in August

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. With a water temperature of around 28°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
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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