25° to 32°
Driest Month
The driest month of the year and the heart of the dry season, sunny with lower humidity than the rest of the year.
☀️ Sunscreen✨ Best sightseeing weather
25° to 33°
Peak Dry Season
Still dry and sunny, with the heat building noticeably.
☀️ Sunscreen🥵 Heat protection
26° to 33°
Hottest Month
The hottest month of the year, often still dry though showers can start appearing.
🥵 Heat protection☀️ Sunscreen
26° to 32°
Rains Begin
Rain becomes a regular presence as the wet season sets in, though the heat remains intense.
☔ Umbrella handy🥵 Heat protection
26° to 32°
Wet Season Builds
Rain remains frequent, with humidity climbing alongside it.
☔ Umbrella essential🥵 Heat protection
26° to 32°
Steady Rain
Rain remains a regular fixture, warm and humid throughout.
☔ Umbrella essential🥵 Heat protection
25° to 31°
Rain Persists
Among the wetter months of the year, with rain a near-daily presence.
☔ Heavy rain gear🥵 Heat protection
25° to 31°
Deep Monsoon
Among the wettest months of the year, as the southwest monsoon nears its peak.
☔ Heavy rain gear⚠️ Flash-flood aware
25° to 31°
Peak Wet Season
Rain falls on most days, among the wettest and most humid stretches of the year.
☔ Heavy rain gear⚠️ Flash-flood aware
25° to 31°
Wettest Month
The rainiest month of the year, with rain on more days than any other month.
☔ Heavy rain gear⚠️ Flash-flood aware
25° to 32°
Rains Ease
The wet season starts loosening its grip, with noticeably less rain than the months before it.
☔ Umbrella handy🥵 Heat protection
25° to 32°
Dry Season Returns
Dry and sunny again as the dry season begins, with lower humidity settling back in.
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★★★ peak season, ★★☆ decent shoulder months, ★☆☆ true off-peak, based on rain frequency, heat, and haze.
Frequently asked questions
When is monsoon season in Langkawi?›
Langkawi's rainy season runs roughly from April through November, with October historically the wettest, averaging around 371mm of rain across 23 days.
What is the best time of year to visit Langkawi?›
December through February, extending into mid-March some years, is historically Langkawi's dry season and the best time to visit, though it can still get very hot.
What is the least favorable time to visit Langkawi?›
September and October historically bring the heaviest, most sustained rain of the year, as the southwest monsoon reaches its peak.
Which month has the most rain in Langkawi?›
October is historically the wettest month, averaging around 371mm of rain across 23 days.
Which month is the driest in Langkawi?›
January is historically the driest month, averaging around 23mm of rain across just 3 days.
How hot does Langkawi get?›
February and March are historically tied as the hottest months of the year.
What should I pack for Langkawi during the rainy season?›
An umbrella and rain gear are worth having from around April through November, when the southwest monsoon brings the bulk of the year's rain.
Is Langkawi's climate different from the rest of Malaysia?›
Yes. Langkawi is the one part of Malaysia with a genuinely distinct dry season, roughly December to February or March, driven by the northeast monsoon blowing from the drier interior rather than off the sea.
Is Langkawi duty-free?›
Yes. Langkawi holds duty-free status, making alcohol, chocolate, and various imported goods cheaper than on the Malaysian mainland.
Is Langkawi a UNESCO site?›
Yes. The whole archipelago is recognized as a UNESCO Global Geopark for its geological formations, alongside its beaches and rainforest.