PlanoPlanoDecember through March is the driest period with the most comfortable conditions for exploring George Town's heritage streets, hawker food, and temples. February combines Chinese New Year festivities with pleasant weather.
| Month | Temp | Rain | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryBest | 27°C | 70mm | Medium | Moderate |
| FebruaryBest | 28°C | 55mm | High | Moderate |
| MarchBest | 28°C | 85mm | Medium | Moderate |
| April | 29°C | 140mm | Medium | Moderate |
| May | 28°C | 210mm | Low | Budget |
| June | 28°C | 170mm | Low | Budget |
| July | 28°C | 195mm | Low | Budget |
| August | 27°C | 240mm | Low | Budget |
| September | 27°C | 315mm | Low | Budget |
| October | 27°C | 330mm | Low | Budget |
| November | 27°C | 220mm | Medium | Moderate |
| DecemberBest | 27°C | 100mm | High | Moderate |
March and April bring increasing heat (28-29°C) before the wetter months. The street art in George Town is best explored in morning coolness. Hawker centres are busy with locals.
The wetter season (May-October) brings afternoon showers, heaviest in September-October. George Town Festival in July adds cultural programming. Mornings are usually dry for exploration.
September and October are the wettest months with heavy afternoon rain. The city's covered hawker centres and heritage shophouses make excellent rainy-day attractions.
The driest and most comfortable period (27°C). December through February brings Chinese New Year festivities, Thaipusam processions, and the most pleasant weather for exploring George Town.
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Plan my Penang tripChinese New Year (January/February) and December school holidays are the busiest periods. Hotels in George Town fill up during Chinese New Year — book 2-3 months ahead.
May through October (wetter season) offers the lowest prices. The rain is manageable — mostly afternoon showers — and Penang's food scene is an any-weather attraction.
December through March provides the best conditions for George Town walking tours, Penang Hill visits, and beach days at Batu Ferringhi.