Month guide · Langkawi · Malaysia
Langkawi in September
What September is really like in Langkawi: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
September is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 22 rainy days and roughly 12.1 hours of daylight. Usually the wettest month, with long rainy spells and rough seas; the quietest and lowest-priced time of year.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 22
- Daylight
- About 12.1 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in September
September is the 9th-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 22 of its 30 days. Compared with August (31°C (88°F)), September is about as warm; by October highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 07:11
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 19:20
- Daylight
- About 12.1 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, September rates 2 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes September one of the better-value months to book.
Events in September
September has no major recurring festival in Langkawi, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in September
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Beach · Tanjung Rhu
Tanjung Rhu beach
Check the tide times: at low tide you can wade out across sandbars towards the islets.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Couples
- Nature
- Photo spot
Viewpoint · Central Langkawi
Gunung Raya
At about 880 metres, Gunung Raya is the island's highest peak, and a winding paved road climbs through rainforest to the summit.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- Nature
- Outdoors
Nature · Northeast Langkawi
Durian Perangin Waterfall
Visit between August and December for the strongest flow.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Off the beaten path
Beach · Tanjung Rhu
Black Sand Beach (Pantai Pasir Hitam)
A short stretch of shoreline on the north coast where streaks of dark mineral sand, mainly ilmenite and tourmaline, colour the beach.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Nature
- 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 22 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 September a good time to visit Langkawi?
A month many travellers avoid. If your dates are flexible, December–March are better overall. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Langkawi?
It is a month many travellers avoid. Usually the wettest month, with long rainy spells and rough seas; the quietest and lowest-priced time of year.
+How warm is Langkawi in September?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Langkawi in September?
Expect rain on about 22 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.