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Georgetown Weather in January

During January, Georgetown experiences very high daytime temperatures of 31°C (88°F) and cooler nights around 25°C (77°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 127 mm (5 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Georgetown in January

You can expect rain on around 9 days based on historical patterns, with 127 mm (5 in) average for the month. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Georgetown in January

In January, expect very high temperatures in Georgetown, with highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) at night. If you're spending a lot of time outdoors, it helps to plan around the warmer part of the day. Nights stay warm at around 25°C (77°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.

Sunshine in Georgetown in January

There are approximately 192 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a good time to visit Georgetown.

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Georgetown Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C (77°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C (88°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 29%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 127 mm (5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
SunshineSunshine 192 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: George Town, Malaysia (6 KM, 3 Miles).

Best Places in Malaysia in January

Find out more about the weather in Malaysia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Malaysia in January →

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Georgetown in January

Warm temperatures in January make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Georgetown in January

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

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