Langkawi weather in August
August is still a good time to visit Langkawi even though it falls during the hot, wet season.
Despite being in the rainy season you can expect hot sunny days, with around six hours of sunshine daily interspersed by brief and cooling tropical downpours that generally occur during the late afternoon and evening.
How hot is it in Langkawi in August?
Daytime temperatures in August in Langkawi reach an average high of 31°C (88°F), with high heat and humidity, falling to a night-time low of 25°C (77°F).
What does the humidity feel like in Langkawi in August?
The average dew point temperature in Langkawi in August is 25°C (77°F), which can feel excessively humid and uncomfortable.
There are on average 31 days in August that can feel muggy.
How sunny is it in Langkawi in August?
There are normally six hours of bright sunshine each day in Langkawi in August – that's around 50% of daylight hours.
Sunrise & sunset in August?
Sunrise is around 7:15am with sunset around 7:35pm.
How warm is the sea around Langkawi in August?
The average sea temperature in Langkawi in August is 30°C (86°F).
Does it rain in Langkawi in August?
There are usually 18 days with some rain in Langkawi in August, and the average monthly rainfall is 176 mm (7 in).
How windy is it in Langkawi in August?
August sees an average hourly wind speed of 12 kilometres per hour (7.5 mph; 6.5 knots).
What to do in Langkawi in August?
Despite the often wet conditions, August is still reasonably good for sunbathing, swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving.
It may also be a reasonable time to island hop, explore the Pulau Payar Marine Park by boat, as well as hike through lush rainforest to scenic waterfalls en route to Gunung Raya Mountain.
Or, enjoy some duty-free shopping in the main town of Kuah.
Local holidays?
Malaysia's National Day – 31th Aug.
Book early, as Langkawi is again busy from June through August as this coincides with school holidays in the Middle-East.
Langkawi – August weather
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High Temp: 31°C (88°F) |
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Low Temp: 25°C (77°F) |
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Sunshine: 6 hours per day |
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Daylight: 12 hours per day |
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Wind speed: 12 km/h (7.5 mph; 6.5 knots) |
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Wet Days: 18 days with some rain |
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Rainfall: 176 mm (7 in) per month |
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Comfort Level: High heat; ≤ 31 muggy days |
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UV Index: Extreme |
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Sea Temp: 30°C (86°F) |
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Best time to visit Langkawi
The best time to visit Langkawi is between December and March. However, anytime is good to visit this beautiful tropical island.
Langkawi is blessed with a sunny, hot and humid climate with an average high of 32°C (90°F) and a low of 25°C (77°F) throughout the year.
Langkawi weather by month
Source: Meteorological data for Langkawi Island is based on weather statistics gathered for the period 2012 to 2021 by the Malaysian Meteorological Department at the closest weather station: Langkawi International Airport (LGK), which is located on the west coast of Langkawi Island around 15km (9mi) from Kuah.
Advice on the best time to visit a particular destination is based on average local weather statistics, when the weather conditions are generally better than at other times of the year. We consider high and low temperatures, risk of rain (and thunderstorms, etc.), amount of sunshine and sea temperature. For general outdoor activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (80°F); and for hot-weather activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (89°F). Often, the best times to visit correspond to high season and therefore involve higher prices. Dew point temperature measures moisture content in the atmosphere: a higher dew point feels more humid, while a lower dew point feels drier.
Latest update: Langkawi Weather in August: 12 June, 2024
Disclaimer: The information on this site is provided as is, without any assurances as to its accuracy or suitability for any purpose. Weather data and conditions at any given location and time are unpredictable and variable. We assume no responsibility and can not be held legally responsible for any decisions made on the basis of the information presented on this site.
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