Month guide · Langkawi · Malaysia
Langkawi in October
What October 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
October is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 21 rainy days and roughly 12 hours of daylight. Still very wet, with storms and choppy water, though sunny breaks are common.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 21
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in October
October is the 10th-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 21 of its 31 days. Compared with September (31°C (88°F)), October is about as warm; by November highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 October)
- About 07:07
- Sunset (15 October)
- About 19:06
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F)
Early monsoon (May–August). Showers most days but often short, full waterfalls and green forest; Malaysian and Gulf holiday visitors keep it fairly busy.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, October rates 2 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes October one of the better-value months to book.
Events in October
October has no major recurring festival in Langkawi, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in October
With frequent rain, 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 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 21 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 October a good time to visit Langkawi?
A month many travellers avoid. If your dates are flexible, December–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Langkawi in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is October a good time to visit Langkawi?
It is a month many travellers avoid. Still very wet, with storms and choppy water, though sunny breaks are common.
+How warm is Langkawi in October?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Langkawi in October?
Expect rain on about 21 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.