July 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 July. However, expect about 12 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 143 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+22°C
Min.
+34°C
Max.
143 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
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 +23°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +30°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 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.
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.
June
July
August
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
137 mm
143 mm
176 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
80%
80%
81%
Air pressure
1008 HPa
1008 HPa
1008 HPa
Sunny days
0
0
0
Cloudy days
4
4
3
Rainy days
11
12
13
Snowy days
0
0
0
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 137 mm to 143 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 0 sunny days during the month.
August brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
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 increasing during July, going from 1 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
Total precipitation in July is about 165 mm, with a 77% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 29 mm, which is moderate rain.July is a pretty wet month with over 24 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 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 July in Penang?
This is the weather in Penang in July 2023:
1 July
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+30°C
2 July
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+31°C
3 July
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+33°C
4 July
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+32°C
5 July
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+32°C
6 July
☀️
+32°C
7 July
☀️
+32°C
8 July
🌧️
+31°C
9 July
☀️
+30°C
10 July
🌧️
+31°C
11 July
☀️
+31°C
12 July
☀️
+31°C
13 July
☀️
+31°C
14 July
☀️
+31°C
15 July
☀️
+31°C
16 July
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+32°C
17 July
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+33°C
18 July
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+33°C
19 July
🌧️
+28°C
20 July
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+31°C
21 July
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+32°C
22 July
☀️
+32°C
23 July
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+32°C
24 July
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+33°C
25 July
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+32°C
26 July
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+32°C
27 July
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+33°C
28 July
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+32°C
29 July
☀️
+32°C
30 July
🌧️
+32°C
31 July
🌧️
+31°C
In July 2023 Penang had 26 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 5 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 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 66%. 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 July?
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 (+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 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.
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.