November Overview
This is the start of the peak season for the beaches and islands along the west coast so expect blue skies and minimal rain. Over on the east coast, the deterioration in weather and sea conditions mean that alot of hotels and resort will close – re-opening in March.
Lowlands & Highlands
Kuala Lumpur, Malacca and Cameron Highlands
Through the centre of the peninsular and in both Kuala Lumpur and Malacca you can expect tropical downpours on most days but these rarely last longer than an hour and sunshine is never far behind (avg temp: 27 °C), lower in the Cameron Highlands due to the altitude at an average of 19 °C.
West Coast
Langkawi, Penang, Pangkor
Langkawi and Pangkor Islands are heading into their peak months; expect hot and humid conditions with the odd tropical downpour (avg temp: 29 °C). Penang on average will have slightly higher levels of rainfall than its west coast neighbours (avg temp: 29 °C)
East Coast
Kuantan, Tioman Island, Perhentian Islands, Terengganu, Redang and Kota Bharu
The North-East monsoon is blowing in from mainland China, bringing with it stormy weather. During this period the east coast will experience high levels of rainfall, strong winds, and rough sea conditions. Alot of the east coast island resorts will be closed due to the sea conditions, re-opening in March (avg temp: 27°C).