Best Time to Visit George Town
Malaysia · weather by month, temperature and rainfall
If you want the most pleasant weather in George Town, plan your trip for February. Temperatures barely change through the year: highs stay between 29°C and 31°C, so rainfall matters far more than heat when choosing when to go. The rainy season runs over September to December; November is the wettest month with about 362 mm (14.3 in) of rain. May is the least comfortable month, mainly because of the rain.
George Town weather by month
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Humidity | Sun hrs/day | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C 86°F | 23°C 73°F | 120 mm | 16 | 84% | 3.3 | Poor 3.6 |
| February | 31°C 87°F | 23°C 73°F | 80 mm | 12 | 81% | 4.5 | Fair 5.8 |
| March | 31°C 88°F | 24°C 75°F | 133 mm | 19 | 81% | 4 | Poor 2.5 |
| April | 31°C 88°F | 25°C 78°F | 187 mm | 25 | 83% | 2.5 | Poor 1.8 |
| May | 30°C 87°F | 26°C 78°F | 236 mm | 28 | 84% | 1.5 | Poor 1.6 |
| June | 30°C 86°F | 25°C 78°F | 160 mm | 24 | 84% | 2 | Poor 2.1 |
| July | 30°C 85°F | 25°C 77°F | 179 mm | 24 | 83% | 1.8 | Poor 2.3 |
| August | 30°C 85°F | 25°C 77°F | 207 mm | 27 | 84% | 1.6 | Poor 2.1 |
| September | 30°C 85°F | 25°C 76°F | 254 mm | 27 | 84% | 1.3 | Poor 2.1 |
| October | 30°C 85°F | 25°C 76°F | 287 mm | 28 | 85% | 1.3 | Poor 2 |
| November | 30°C 85°F | 24°C 76°F | 362 mm | 29 | 87% | 1.4 | Poor 1.8 |
| December | 29°C 85°F | 24°C 74°F | 251 mm | 26 | 87% | 2.1 | Poor 2.1 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit George Town?
The best time to visit George Town is February, based on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sunshine.
What is the hottest month in George Town?
March is the hottest month in George Town, with an average high of 31°C (88°F).
What is the coldest month in George Town?
January is the coldest month in George Town, with an average low of 23°C (73°F).
What is the rainiest month in George Town?
November is the wettest month, with about 362 mm (14.3 in) of rain. February is the driest, with 80 mm (3.1 in).
When is the rainy season in George Town?
The rainy season in George Town is September to December.
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