Month guide · Langkawi · Malaysia
Langkawi in July
What July is really like in Langkawi: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
July is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 17 rainy days and roughly 12.5 hours of daylight. Showery and humid, with choppier seas on the west coast; waterfalls are full.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 17
- Daylight
- About 12.5 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in July
July is the 7th-warmest month in Langkawi: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 17 of its 31 days. Compared with June (32°C (90°F)), July is about as warm; by August highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 07:13
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 19:40
- Daylight
- About 12.5 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F)
Hot season (March–April). The hottest weeks, still mostly dry in March, with afternoon thunderstorms building in April.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July 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 July
July has no major recurring festival in Langkawi, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in July
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Aquarium · Pantai Cenang
Underwater World Langkawi
Pair it with a late-afternoon swim on Cenang beach right outside.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
Historic site · Kampung Mawat
Mahsuri's Tomb (Makam Mahsuri)
The tomb and cultural complex honour Mahsuri, a woman said to have been wrongly executed for adultery around 200 years ago and to have cursed the island for seven generations.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Rainy day
Museum · Kilim
Galeria Perdana
Stop here on the drive back from a morning mangrove tour, when the afternoon heat makes outdoor sightseeing hard.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Rainy day
- History
- Off the beaten path
Viewpoint · Pantai Kok
SkyCab cable car
The Langkawi Cable Car climbs from the Oriental Village to the top station on Gunung Mat Cincang at about 700 metres, with a middle station on the way.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours with the Sky Bridge
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Views
- Kids
- Couples
- Photo spot
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Langkawi.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 24°C and 17 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 July a good time to visit Langkawi?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, December–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Langkawi in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Langkawi?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Showery and humid, with choppier seas on the west coast; waterfalls are full.
+How warm is Langkawi in July?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Langkawi in July?
Expect rain on about 17 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.