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Penang in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Penang in February 2025

Good Weather
Hot
☁️
Cloudy
Planning a trip to Penang in February? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +31°C and approximately 2 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 10 rainy days and 94 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+19°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
94 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
16 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Penang has good weather in February.

Average temperature in Penang in February

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

The expected average maximum temperature in February is +31°C with a maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +23°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 27% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +34°C to +31°C.

Is Penang warm or cold in February?

Penang is typically hot in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +31°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +24°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 February is compared to other months in Penang:

Climate in Penang in February

Penang weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+31°C+31°C+31°C
Min. temperature
+21°C+19°C+22°C
Max. temperature
+35°C+36°C+36°C
Rainfall
97 mm94 mm150 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
75%75%78%
Air pressure
1009 HPa1009 HPa1008 HPa
Sunny days
221
Cloudy days
181613
Rainy days
111017
Snowy days
000

February weather is still as good as in January. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +31°C for average maximum temperature during the day. As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 97 mm to 94 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 75%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 1 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.

Next month (March) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Penang is gradually increasing during February, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Penang based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 89% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 275 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 46 mm, which is moderate rain. February is a pretty wet month with over 25 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how February 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 February in Penang?

This is the weather in Penang in February 2023:
1 February
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+34°C
2 February
☀️
+32°C
3 February
☀️
+32°C
4 February
🌧️
+33°C
5 February
🌧️
+32°C
6 February
🌧️
+32°C
7 February
☀️
+31°C
8 February
☀️
+32°C
9 February
🌧️
+32°C
10 February
☀️
+30°C
11 February
☀️
+29°C
12 February
☀️
+31°C
13 February
🌧️
+31°C
14 February
🌧️
+31°C
15 February
🌧️
+32°C
16 February
🌧️
+32°C
17 February
☀️
+31°C
18 February
☀️
+33°C
19 February
☀️
+31°C
20 February
☀️
+32°C
21 February
☀️
+32°C
22 February
☀️
+32°C
23 February
☁️
+32°C
24 February
☀️
+31°C
25 February
🌧️
+26°C
26 February
🌧️
+29°C
27 February
☀️
+29°C
28 February
☀️
+31°C
In February 2023 Penang had 17 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +31°C, with an absolute maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +26°C. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 55%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?

Climate Change over Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+31°C) and the highest in 2016 (+35°C). The driest year was 1987 with only 26 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 351 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Penang in February:

Is February a good time to visit Penang?

February is a really good time to go to Penang. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Penang.

Can you sunbathe in Penang in February?

Absolutely, February 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 February?

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

Is it sunny in Penang in February?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Penang in February, 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.