August could be a good time to visit Penang, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +31°C, and there are typically 0 sunny days in August. However, expect about 13 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 176 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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August is usually the hottest month of the year in Penang;
Average weather
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+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+23°C
Min.
+34°C
Max.
176 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Penang has OK weather in August.
Average temperature in Penang in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Penang for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in August is +31°C with a maximum of +33°C and a minimum of +23°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +30°C to +30°C.
Is Penang warm or cold in August?
Penang is typically hot in August.
Maximum temperatures go up 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.
August is the hottest month in Penang, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Penang in August
Penang weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+31°C
+31°C
+30°C
Min. temperature
+22°C
+23°C
+22°C
Max. temperature
+34°C
+34°C
+34°C
Rainfall
143 mm
176 mm
216 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
80%
81%
82%
Air pressure
1008 HPa
1008 HPa
1009 HPa
Sunny days
0
0
0
Cloudy days
4
3
1
Rainy days
12
13
11
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as ok as in July.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 143 mm to 176 mm.Humidity rises from 80% to 81%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 1 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.
September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Penang in August 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 August, going from 3 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Penang based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in August is about 330 mm, with a 97% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 58 mm, which is considered heavy rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 30 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Penang wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 35% chance of precipitation and 298 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 48% chance of precipitation and 91 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Penang?
This is the weather in Penang in August 2023:
1 August
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+30°C
2 August
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+32°C
3 August
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+33°C
4 August
☀️
+32°C
5 August
🌧️
+32°C
6 August
🌧️
+31°C
7 August
🌧️
+32°C
8 August
☀️
+31°C
9 August
🌧️
+32°C
10 August
☀️
+31°C
11 August
☀️
+32°C
12 August
🌧️
+32°C
13 August
🌧️
+31°C
14 August
🌧️
+28°C
15 August
🌧️
+31°C
16 August
🌧️
+32°C
17 August
🌧️
+31°C
18 August
☀️
+31°C
19 August
🌧️
+32°C
20 August
🌧️
+31°C
21 August
☀️
+32°C
22 August
☀️
+32°C
23 August
🌧️
+31°C
24 August
☀️
+31°C
25 August
☀️
+31°C
26 August
☀️
+30°C
27 August
☀️
+32°C
28 August
☀️
+32°C
29 August
🌧️
+31°C
30 August
☀️
+33°C
31 August
🌧️
+30°C
In August 2023 Penang had 15 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 16 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +31°C, with an absolute maximum of +33°C and a minimum of +28°C. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 93% and a minimum of 68%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Penang climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Penang in August has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+30°C) and the highest in 2019 (+32°C). The driest year was 1981 with only 1358 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 3959 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Penang in August:
Is August a good time to visit Penang?
It’s always a good time to visit Penang, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Penang in August?
Absolutely, August 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 August?
Penang is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Penang in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Penang in August, 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.
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, 2023.
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.