Perhentian Island weather in October (Terengganu, Malaysia)

What weather conditions can you expect in Perhentian Island this October? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, October in Perhentian Island includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 29°C, cooling off to about 26°C at night. These temperatures are typical, but it's wise to prepare for hotter days. Dress in light, airy clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Perhentian Island in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 260 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 21 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

With about 177 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Perhentian Island. February generally stands out with the best circumstances. While October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Perhentian Island, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 70%  

Precipitation 260 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 86% *  

Sunshine 177 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Kota Bharu, Malaysia (60 KM, 37 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.

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

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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