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Penang in July: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Penang in July 2024

OK Weather
Hot
☁️
Cloudy
If you plan to visit Penang in July, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +31°C during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 15 rainy days in the month and around 142 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
+22°C
Min.
+34°C
Max.
142 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
15 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Penang has OK weather in July.

Average temperature in Penang in July

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

The expected average maximum temperature in July is +31°C with a maximum of +33°C and a minimum of +24°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 11% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +32°C to +31°C.

Is Penang warm or cold in July?

Penang is typically hot in July.

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

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

July is one of the warmest months in Penang, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Penang in July

Penang weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+31°C+31°C+31°C
Min. temperature
+23°C+22°C+23°C
Max. temperature
+34°C+34°C+34°C
Rainfall
135 mm142 mm172 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
80%80%80%
Air pressure
1007 HPa1008 HPa1008 HPa
Sunny days
111
Cloudy days
151513
Rainy days
141517
Snowy days
000

July weather is still as ok as in June. 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 135 mm to 142 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 80%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 1 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.

August brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Penang in July 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 decreasing during July, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Penang based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 74% chance of rain on an average day in July, with total rainfall of approximately 258 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 72 mm, which is considered heavy rain. July is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how July 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 July in Penang?

This is the weather in Penang in July 2023:
1 July
☀️
+32°C
2 July
☀️
+33°C
3 July
☀️
+33°C
4 July
🌧️
+32°C
5 July
☀️
+31°C
6 July
☀️
+33°C
7 July
☀️
+33°C
8 July
☀️
+32°C
9 July
☀️
+33°C
10 July
☀️
+32°C
11 July
🌧️
+31°C
12 July
🌧️
+26°C
13 July
🌧️
+31°C
14 July
☀️
+32°C
15 July
☀️
+32°C
16 July
☀️
+32°C
17 July
☀️
+32°C
18 July
☀️
+32°C
19 July
☀️
+31°C
20 July
☀️
+32°C
21 July
☀️
+32°C
22 July
🌧️
+31°C
23 July
🌧️
+31°C
24 July
🌧️
+31°C
25 July
🌧️
+31°C
26 July
☀️
+32°C
27 July
🌧️
+32°C
28 July
⛈️
+32°C
29 July
🌧️
+32°C
30 July
☀️
+31°C
31 July
☀️
+31°C
In July 2023 Penang had 20 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +31°C, with an absolute maximum of +33°C and a minimum of +26°C. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 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 July has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+31°C) and the highest in 2005 (+33°C). The driest year was 1994 with only 69 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 377 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Penang in July:

Is July a good time to visit Penang?

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

Can you sunbathe in Penang in July?

Absolutely, July 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 July?

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

Is it sunny in Penang in July?

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