Climate normals · 1970–2000
George Town Climate
George Town is a city in Malaysia (09) with a population of about 158,336. Its average annual temperature is 27.8°C (82°F), with roughly 2524 mm of rain per year.
27.8°C
Avg Temp
2524
Precip (mm/yr)
Mar
Hottest Month
Sep
Coldest Month
George Town Climate
George Town has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F) and receives about 2524 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is March and the coldest is September. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
27.8°C
Avg Temp
2524
Precip (mm/yr)
Mar
Hottest Month
Sep
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 28° / 82° | 119 mm |
| February | 28° / 83° | 96 mm |
| March | 28° / 83° | 158 mm |
| April | 28° / 83° | 227 mm |
| May | 28° / 83° | 213 mm |
| June | 28° / 83° | 155 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 193 mm |
| August | 28° / 82° | 197 mm |
| September | 27° / 81° | 292 mm |
| October | 27° / 81° | 388 mm |
| November | 27° / 81° | 290 mm |
| December | 27° / 81° | 196 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit George Town
The most comfortable months to visit George Town are typically February, January and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is March (around 33°C high). The coldest is September (near 23°C low). October is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit George Town are typically February, January and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
George Town, Malaysia has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C and about 2524 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is March and the coldest is September.
In March, the hottest month, daily highs in George Town average about 33°C (92°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.