Weather in August in Kedah
Considering a trip to Kedah this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Kedah in August?
Kedah is a region in Malaysia. August in Kedah generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 30°C in Teluk Datai to 33°C in Kulim. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C in Kulim and 26°C in Teluk Datai. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Changlun with an average of 186 mm to heavy rainfall in Teluk Datai with 253 mm.For a closer look at August's conditions in Kedah, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Kedah's yearly weather, check out our Kedah climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Kedah?
Pantai Cenang
In August Pantai Cenang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kuah
In August Kuah generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kampung Padang Masirat
In August Kampung Padang Masirat generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Alor Setar
In August Alor Setar generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Sungai Petani
In August Sungai Petani generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Kedah, in Malaysia.
Is August the best time to visit Kedah?
In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Kedah with often poor weather in Pantai Cenang.
Generally speaking, January and February provide pleasant weather in Pantai Cenang. The weather in May, August, September, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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