Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for July
| Metric | Langkawi | Penang | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 29°C (84°F) | 30°C (86°F)▲ | Penang |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 25°C (77°F) | 25°C (77°F) | Tie |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 23 days | 21 days▲ | Penang |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 194 mm | 157 mm▲ | Penang |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 10h/day | 10h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 82% | 82% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 8 | 8 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 14 km/h | 10 km/h▲ | Penang |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Penang edges ahead as the better destination in July. Penang offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 21 rain days, while Langkawi sees 10 sunshine hours and 23 rain days.
Langkawi can feel quite hot at 29°C, so plan for heat. Penang runs hot at 30°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Penang is the stronger choice in July.
Langkawi reaches an average high of 29°C (84°F) and drops to 25°C (77°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Penang averages 30°C (86°F) for the high and 25°C (77°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in July.
Langkawi receives approximately 194 mm of rainfall across 23 rain days during July. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.
Penang sees 157 mm over 21 rain days. That makes Penang the drier option by 2 rain days and 37 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.
Highs of 29°C, lows of 25°C, 23 rain days
Highs of 30°C, lows of 25°C, 21 rain days
Pack for both: lightweight breathable clothing, sunscreen SPF 50+, sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes, moisture-wicking fabrics. These items are useful in either destination during July.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. July is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Langkawi | Penang | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 31°C | 8d | 29°C | 15d |
| Feb | 32°C | 8d | 30°C | 16d |
| Mar | 32°C | 16d | 30°C | 23d |
| Apr | 31°C | 24d | 30°C | 28d |
| May | 30°C | 26d | 30°C | 27d |
| Jun | 30°C | 22d | 30°C | 22d |
| Jul | 29°C | 23d | 30°C | 21d |
| Aug | 29°C | 24d | 30°C | 24d |
| Sep | 29°C | 26d | 29°C | 26d |
| Oct | 29°C | 28d | 29°C | 29d |
| Nov | 29°C | 25d | 29°C | 27d |
| Dec | 29°C | 15d | 29°C | 21d |
Langkawi Weather in July
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Penang Weather in July
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