Langkawi weather in October
October is probably not the best month to visit Langkawi as it receives the most rainfall of the year during the hot, wet season.
However, despite being in the rainy season you can still 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 October?
Daytime temperatures in October in Langkawi reach an average high of 30°C (86°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 October?
The average dew point temperature in Langkawi in October is 25°C (77°F), which can feel excessively humid and uncomfortable.
There are on average 31 days in October that can feel muggy.
How sunny is it in Langkawi in October?
There are normally six hours of bright sunshine each day in Langkawi in October – that's around 48% of daylight hours.
Sunrise & sunset in October?
Sunrise is around 7:07am with sunset around 7:06pm.
How warm is the sea around Langkawi in October?
The average sea temperature in Langkawi in October is 29°C (84°F).
Does it rain in Langkawi in October?
October is usually the wettest month of the year in Langkawi. There are usually 23 days with some rain in Langkawi in October; the average monthly rainfall is 207 mm (8 in).
How windy is it in Langkawi in October?
October sees an average hourly wind speed of 12 kilometres per hour (7.5 mph; 6.5 knots).
What to do in Langkawi in October?
Despite the often wet conditions, October 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?
Prophet Muhammad's Birthday (tentative date) – 9th Oct; Diwali/Deepavali – 24th Oct.
October is considered the low season in Langkawi, with a drop in hotel rates as well as less-crowded beaches and entertainment venues.
Langkawi – October weather
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High Temp: 30°C (86°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: 23 days with some rain |
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Rainfall: 207 mm (8 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: 29°C (84°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 October: 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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