Penang vs Phuket

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Phuket edges ahead as the better destination in October. Phuket offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 27 rain days, while Penang sees 8 sunshine hours and 29 rain days.

Penang can feel quite hot at 29°C, so plan for heat. Phuket is also comfortable at 28°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Phuket is the stronger choice in October.

Penang reaches an average high of 29°C (84°F) and drops to 25°C (77°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Phuket averages 28°C (82°F) for the high and 25°C (77°F) for the low, with a daily range of 3°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 October.

Penang receives approximately 337 mm of rainfall across 29 rain days during October. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Phuket sees 296 mm over 27 rain days. That makes Phuket the drier option by 2 rain days and 41 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.