Langkawi Weather Forecast
Langkawi weather: 83°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Risk assessment for Langkawi
Derived from the current forecast window - not an official warning.
Peak gusts of 26 mph and 4 thunderstorm days in the next 16 days.
Wettest single day forecast at 0,8 in, 3,9 in across the window. Flash flooding risk rises sharply above 50 mm in a day.
16-day forecast for Langkawi
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Aug 21 | 🌦️ Light showers | 88° / 78° | 24% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Aug 22 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 86° / 78° | 44% · 0,2 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 86° / 77° | 70% · 0,2 in | 7 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 86° / 75° | 51% · 0,5 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 76° | 54% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 86° / 78° | 59% · 0,2 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 87° / 77° | 53% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 87° / 78° | 53% · 0,2 in | 7 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 79° | 56% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 86° / 76° | 43% · 0,2 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 87° / 79° | 46% · 0,1 in | 5 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 81° / 77° | 63% · 0,2 in | 6 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 76° | 71% · 0,2 in | 4 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light showers | 84° / 74° | 72% · 0,8 in | 6 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 84° / 76° | 64% · 0,7 in | 10 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 82° | 39% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 8 |
What this means for Langkawi
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.
A 24% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 37°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
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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 8:29 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 21, 2026 at 8:29 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
