Langkawi Weather Forecast
Langkawi weather: 85°F, light showers. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Langkawi weather in September
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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).
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.
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 - 7 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.
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 |
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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 85°F (30°C) with light showers. Humidity is 70% and wind is 7 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 12:29 PM.
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 12:29 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
