2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Penang in December

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

December is an excellent time to visit Penang. Penang has a Tropical climate with average yearly highs of 29°C, lows of 25°C, and approximately 21 rainy days per month.

Avg High

29°C

Avg Low

25°C

Rainy days

21days

Daylight

11.8h

Is December a good time to visit Penang?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:20 AM

Sunset

7:09 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 31°C 25°C 10 Excellent (best)
February 31°C 25°C 15 Excellent (best)
March 31°C 26°C 24 Excellent (best)
April 30°C 26°C 29 Excellent (best)
May 30°C 26°C 29 Wet
June 30°C 25°C 24 Wet
July 29°C 25°C 26 Wet
August 30°C 26°C 23 Wet
September 29°C 25°C 25 Wet
October 29°C 25°C 29 Wet
November 29°C 25°C 29 Wet
December 29°C 25°C 21 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for December

Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Climate: Tropical
Travel Context Expect humidity and afternoon showers—plan flexible days.

Planning a trip to Penang?

Common Questions

Is December a good time to visit Penang? +

December is typically Excellent for visiting Penang, with average highs of 29°C and around 21 rainy days.

What should I pack for Penang in December? +

With highs of 29°C and lows of 25°C in {month}, we recommend: Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Does it rain a lot in Penang in December? +

Penang typically sees around 21 rainy days in December.

How many hours of daylight are there in Penang in December? +

In December, Penang gets approximately 11.8 hours of daylight per day.

Is December peak season in Penang? +

Yes, December is peak season in Penang. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Penang? +

The best months to visit Penang are December, January, February, March, April, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Asia/Kuala_Lumpur)

Last Updated: January 2026

December

29° / 25°
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