Best Time to Visit Langkawi
Best time to visit Langkawi: January and February. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Langkawi
Go in January and February. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: April, May and June - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Langkawi month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 89° | 75° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 93° | 75° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 94° | 76° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 91° | 76° | 9,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 88° | 77° | 14,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 87° | 77° | 9,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 87° | 77° | 7,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 85° | 75° | 11,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 85° | 76° | 13,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 85° | 75° | 17,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 84° | 75° | 14,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 86° | 75° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Langkawi compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Langkawi.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maya Bay | 116 mi | 83°F | +34°F warmer | 81 in |
| Railay Beach | 132 mi | 81°F | about the same | 84 in |
| Phuket | 143 mi | 82°F | +33°F warmer | 81 in |
| Phuket | 143 mi | 82°F | +33°F warmer | 81 in |
| Phuket International Airport | 159 mi | 82°F | +33°F warmer | 90 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- If your dates are flexible, avoid April, May and June - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Langkawi is an island in Malaysia. Langkawi is an island known for a duty-free archipelago and skybridge.
Right now it is 83°F (28°C) in Langkawi with overcast. It feels like 94°F. Today runs from 78°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 24%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Langkawi is January and February. The climate is tropical. April, May and June tend to be the least comfortable months. March is the warmest month with average highs near 94°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 75°F.
The closest major airport is Phuket International Airport (HKT), about 159 mi away. Nearby highlights include Maya Bay, Railay Beach, Phuket and Khao Sok National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 88°F is 2.9°F above the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Langkawi today at 9.4/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Langkawi right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:04 AM, Aug 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛈️ 86° / 78°
Thunderstorm · 44% rain · wind 9 mph
⛈️ 86° / 77°
Thunderstorm · 70% rain · wind 7 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Langkawi?
Langkawi is an island in Malaysia. Its coordinates are 6.35, 99.8. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Langkawi right now?
It is currently 83°F (28°C) with overcast. Humidity is 84% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Langkawi?
January and February offer the most comfortable conditions in Langkawi, which has a tropical climate. April, May and June are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Langkawi in?
Langkawi observes Asia/Kuala_Lumpur (UTC+08:00). The local time is 2:04 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Langkawi?
The closest airports are Phuket International Airport (HKT), 159 mi away and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), 282 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Langkawi?
Popular options include Maya Bay, Railay Beach, Phuket, Khao Sok National Park and Koh Samui.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 2:04 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
