Langkawi vs Penang in January

Langkawi is the better pick in January — 88 vs 84 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Langkawi is sweltering, a little rain, clean air, while Penang is sweltering, rainy, muggy air.

Langkawi vs PenangJanuary climate, side by side

LangkawiPenang
Comfort score88/100 (A)84/100 (A)
Feels-like high37°C36°C
Avg high / low33° / 25°31° / 24°
Rainfall59 mm113 mm
Rainy days1117
Humidity75%80%
Air quality (AQI)4062

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Langkawi vs Penang in January — FAQ

Is January better in Langkawi or Penang?
Langkawi is the better pick in January — 88 vs 84 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Langkawi is sweltering, a little rain, clean air, while Penang is sweltering, rainy, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Langkawi vs Penang in January?
In January, Langkawi averages 33°C high / 25°C low with about 59 mm of rain; Penang averages 31°C high / 24°C low with about 113 mm.