George Town, Penang's capital, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its multicultural heritage blending Malay, Chinese, Indian, and European influences. The island was ceded to the British East India Company in 1786, making it one of the earliest British settlements in Southeast Asia. Penang's street food scene is considered among the best in the world, rivaling even Bangkok.
Nights sit around 25°C and afternoons around 31°C.
Penang barely changes season: afternoons sit around 32°C and nights around 25°C most of the year.
It rains all year — about 2332 mm in total, from 337 mm in October down to 80 mm in January — so there is no dry stretch to aim for.
Wind is rarely an issue; most months sit between calm and a light breeze. Air quality is worth watching: July averages an AQI of 76, while October clears to 57.
Daylight is steady all year, around 12.0 hours a day.
For what you're after, the best months in Penang are December – February. Expect fast internet (246 Mbps) and a low cost of living (about €700 a month).
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