Month guide · Langkawi · Malaysia
Langkawi in April
What April is really like in Langkawi: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: RoB, CC BY-SA 3.0
Quick answer
April is a shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 33°C (91°F), lows of 25°C (77°F), about 14 rainy days and roughly 12.3 hours of daylight. Hot with more frequent afternoon thunderstorms; mornings are usually clear for tours.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 33°C (91°F) / 25°C (77°F)
- Rainy days
- About 14
- Daylight
- About 12.3 hours
- Sea temperature
- 30°C (86°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in April
April is the 3rd-warmest month in Langkawi: days average 33°C (91°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 25°C (77°F). Rain falls on roughly 14 of its 30 days. Compared with March (34°C (93°F)), April is about as warm; by May highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 April)
- About 07:13
- Sunset (15 April)
- About 19:29
- Daylight
- About 12.3 hours
- Sea
- 30°C (86°F)
Dry season (December–February). Sunny, calm and clear, with the best conditions for beaches, snorkelling and the cable car, and the highest prices around Christmas and Chinese New Year.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, April rates 3 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in January). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in April
April has no major recurring festival in Langkawi, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in April
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Aquarium · Pantai Cenang
Underwater World Langkawi
An aquarium at the beach on Pantai Cenang with a walk-through tunnel tank, penguins, freshwater rainforest fish and a touch pool.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
Historic site · Kampung Mawat
Mahsuri's Tomb (Makam Mahsuri)
Combine it with lunch at a local warung on the road to Padang Matsirat.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Rainy day
Museum · Kilim
Galeria Perdana
A museum of thousands of state gifts presented to former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad and his wife, from Formula One cars and porcelain to portraits and weapons.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Rainy day
- History
- Off the beaten path
Viewpoint · Pantai Kok
SkyCab cable car
Go up first thing in the morning; cloud often builds over the summit by early afternoon.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours with the Sky Bridge
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Views
- Kids
- Couples
- Photo spot
The sea averages 30°C (86°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Langkawi.
What to pack
For highs near 33°C, lows near 25°C and 14 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is April a good time to visit Langkawi?
A shoulder-season month. If your dates are flexible, December–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Langkawi in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is April a good time to visit Langkawi?
It is a shoulder-season month. Hot with more frequent afternoon thunderstorms; mornings are usually clear for tours.
+How warm is Langkawi in April?
Average highs are around 33°C (91°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Langkawi in April?
Expect rain on about 14 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.