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Best time to visit Langkawi
Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.
Best time to visit Langkawi, Malaysia
Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.
| Month | Score | Weather | Crowds | Prices | Highlights |
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| January | 24-32°C, sunny with low humidity | peak | peak |
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| February | 24-33°C, very sunny and dry | peak | peak |
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| March | 24-33°C, sunny with increasing humidity | high | high |
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| April | 25-33°C, hot and humid with occasional showers | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Temperatures can be quite high. | |
| May | 25-32°C, humid with scattered thunderstorms | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Rainfall increases, but usually in short, intense bursts. | |
| June | 25-31°C, humid with afternoon rain showers | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Occasional heavy rain can disrupt outdoor plans. | |
| July | 25-31°C, humid with scattered showers | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Rainfall remains consistent. | |
| August | 25-31°C, humid with scattered showers | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Similar weather to July. | |
| September | 24-31°C, humid with frequent rain | low | low |
⚠ Start of the heavier monsoon season; sea can be rough. | |
| October | 24-31°C, humid with heavy rain | low | low |
⚠ Monsoon season is in full swing, expect significant rainfall and potential disruptions. | |
| November | 23-31°C, humid with heavy rain tapering off | low | low |
⚠ Still a high chance of rain, though it usually lessens towards the end of the month. | |
| December | 24-32°C, sunny with occasional showers | high | high |
⚠ Start of the dry season, but can still experience brief showers. |
Annual events worth timing your trip around
Celebrations with vibrant decorations and special meals, though not a major public holiday in Langkawi itself.
A Hindu festival with processions and religious ceremonies, observed by the local Indian community.
A major international exhibition showcasing maritime and aerospace technologies.
End of Ramadan, celebrated with feasts and family gatherings; many local businesses may close.
Malaysia's National Day, with patriotic displays and events across the country.
Festival of Lights celebrated by Hindus with prayers, fireworks, and sweets.
Celebrated by the Christian community with carols and festive gatherings.
Insider timing tips
- •The 'dry' season (December-March) offers the best weather but comes with peak crowds and prices. January and February are exceptionally busy.
- •The shoulder months of April and May offer a good balance of decent weather and fewer tourists, though humidity rises.
- •Langkawi's west coast beaches can experience rougher seas during the monsoon season (September-November), impacting boat tours.
- •While often listed as a rainy month, September and November can still offer periods of sunshine between showers, with the lowest prices.
- •Local holidays like Hari Raya Aidilfitri can lead to temporary closures of smaller shops and restaurants as locals travel to be with family.
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