Penang vs Langkawi

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Langkawi edges ahead as the better destination in May. Langkawi offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 26 rain days, while Penang sees 10 sunshine hours and 27 rain days.

Penang can feel quite hot at 30°C, so plan for heat. Langkawi runs hot at 30°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Langkawi is the stronger choice in May.

Penang reaches an average high of 30°C (86°F) and drops to 26°C (79°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Langkawi averages 30°C (86°F) for the high and 26°C (79°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°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 May.

Penang receives approximately 237 mm of rainfall across 27 rain days during May. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Langkawi sees 232 mm over 26 rain days. That makes Langkawi the drier option by 1 rain day and 5 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.