CLIMATE

Penang has an equatorial climate which is uniformly warm and humid throughout the year. The average minimum and maximum temperatures range from 27 C to 32 C. There are no recognizable hot or cold seasons as such and the mean annual rainfall of approximately 267cm is evenly distributed throughout the year, although September to November may be considered the wettest month.

TRANSPORTATION

By Air

Penang is easily accessible by air with daily flights from major capitals of the region. It has direct links with Singapore, Bangkok, Nagoya, Medan, Xiamen (China) and Madras, operated by Malaysia Airlines. The airline also operates more than 20 flights daily between Kuala Lumpur and Penang.

The Penang International Airport is about 20 km from the city center. Taxis plying the route follow the coupon system by which fares between the airport and various destinations in Penang are fixed. Air-conditioned taxis and limousines charge higher fares.

The Penang Yelllow bus Co. operates an hourly service between the Airport and Pengkalan Weld (Weld Quay) in the city between 6.00am to 10.00 pm daily (Bus No. 83).

Malaysia Airlines (MAS)
Tel: +604-262 0011, 262 1403
Ground Floor, KOMTAR, Penang.

Penang International Airport
Tel: +604-643 0811

24-hour reservations Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +603-746 3000

By Road

The opening of the Penang Bridge Linking the mainland of Peninsular Malaysia to Penang Island has facilitated driving to Penang. A charge of RM 7.00 is levied on all classes of cars at the toll plaza in Perai on the mainland. No payment is required for traveling from the island to the mainland.

By Ferry

From Butterworth, it is necessary to take the ferry to Penang Island. The ferry service is available around the clock for both passengers and vehicles. Tickets are purchased at the Butterworth teminal and the rates are applicable for a return journey.

Passenger Fares: Adult - RM1.00
Vehicles: RM 7.00

By Rail

The journey from Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth takes approximately 6 hours. First and second class passengers travel in comfort in the air-conditioned coaches. Taking the train is a comfortable way to travel within the country and it affords one of the opportunity to see a lot of countryside. Keretapi Tanah Melayu (KTM Bhd), (Malayan Railways) also operates regular services to Alor Setar, Padang Besar, Haadyai and Bangkok from Butterworth.

Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad
Ferry Terminal, Pengkalan Weld
Tel: +604-261 0290

Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad
Butterworth
Tel: +604-331 2796

More details on moving around, places the attractions and etc. could be found on the official website of tourism in Penang at the following address: http://www.tourismpenang.gov.my/