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Penang in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Penang in April will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Penang, based on historical data.
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April

Weather in Penang in April 2025

OK Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
If you plan to visit Penang in April, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +31°C during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 21 rainy days in the month and around 191 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+23°C
Min.
+35°C
Max.
191 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
21 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Penang has OK weather in April.

Average temperature in Penang in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Penang for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in April is +32°C with a maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +24°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +32°C to +32°C.

Is Penang warm or cold in April?

Penang is typically hot in April.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +31°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +25°C to +25°C.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Penang:

Climate in Penang in April

Penang weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+31°C+31°C+31°C
Min. temperature
+22°C+23°C+24°C
Max. temperature
+36°C+35°C+34°C
Rainfall
150 mm191 mm198 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
78%81%81%
Air pressure
1008 HPa1007 HPa1007 HPa
Sunny days
101
Cloudy days
1399
Rainy days
172121
Snowy days
000

April weather is still as ok as in March. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +31°C for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 150 mm to 191 mm. Humidity rises from 78% to 81%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 1 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 1 sunny days in March to 0 in April.

May brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Penang in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Penang is gradually increasing during April, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Penang based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 93% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 190 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 17 mm, which is considered light rain. April is a pretty wet month with over 28 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Penang wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 81% chance of precipitation and 292 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 34% chance of precipitation and 94 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last April in Penang?

This is the weather in Penang in April 2023:
1 April
🌧️
+32°C
2 April
🌧️
+32°C
3 April
🌧️
+31°C
4 April
🌧️
+31°C
5 April
🌧️
+30°C
6 April
🌧️
+31°C
7 April
🌧️
+32°C
8 April
☀️
+31°C
9 April
☀️
+31°C
10 April
☀️
+32°C
11 April
☀️
+32°C
12 April
☀️
+33°C
13 April
🌧️
+33°C
14 April
🌧️
+33°C
15 April
🌧️
+32°C
16 April
☀️
+31°C
17 April
🌧️
+33°C
18 April
🌧️
+32°C
19 April
☀️
+32°C
20 April
🌧️
+30°C
21 April
☀️
+33°C
22 April
🌧️
+32°C
23 April
☀️
+32°C
24 April
🌧️
+32°C
25 April
☀️
+34°C
26 April
☀️
+33°C
27 April
☀️
+33°C
28 April
🌧️
+33°C
29 April
☀️
+33°C
30 April
🌧️
+32°C
In April 2023 Penang had 13 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 17 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +32°C, with an absolute maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +30°C. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 58%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Penang climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Penang in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1989 (+31°C) and the highest in 1998 (+34°C). The driest year was 1998 with only 80 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 683 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Penang in April:

Is April a good time to visit Penang?

It’s always a good time to visit Penang, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Penang in April?

Absolutely, April is hot in Penang. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Penang rainy in April?

Penang is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Penang in April?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Penang in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Malaysia

Check out the weather for other cities in Malaysia.

Monthly weather in Penang

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Penang, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.