Penang vs Perhentian Islands in January

Penang is the better pick in January — 84 vs 71 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Penang is sweltering, rainy, muggy air, while Perhentian Islands is hot, soaked, muggy air.

Penang vs Perhentian IslandsJanuary climate, side by side

PenangPerhentian Islands
Comfort score84/100 (A)71/100 (B)
Feels-like high36°C31°C
Avg high / low31° / 24°27° / 24°
Rainfall113 mm211 mm
Rainy days1720
Humidity80%85%
Air quality (AQI)6255

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

Penang vs Perhentian Islands in January — FAQ

Is January better in Penang or Perhentian Islands?
Penang is the better pick in January — 84 vs 71 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Penang is sweltering, rainy, muggy air, while Perhentian Islands is hot, soaked, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Penang vs Perhentian Islands in January?
In January, Penang averages 31°C high / 24°C low with about 113 mm of rain; Perhentian Islands averages 27°C high / 24°C low with about 211 mm.