George Town weather in February (Penang, Malaysia)

Is George Town a good destination in February, weather-wise? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of February in George Town typically brings very high temperatures and high rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 32°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 26°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

George Town in February usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 118 mm for the month. Take advantage of the driest month of the year with its minimal rain. Climate data suggests that about 9 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 202 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, June and July typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

George Town, monthly averages in February

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 29%  

Precipitation 118 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 78%  

Sunshine 202 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Malaysia in February

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.

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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