Weather reports submitted by any ship (SYNOP) that is close to George Town within an acceptable time window are also included.Read More, Upload your own George Town weather image:Upload. Get the forecast for today, tonight & tomorrow's weather for George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. Areca Books: Penang, 2006. [48][49], Also in the same year, the Straits Settlements was made a British crown colony, to be governed directly by the Colonial Office in London. [44][278] More recently, international schools have also been established to cater to the growing expatriate population. In addition, George Town contains a number of private tertiary educational institutions, as well as one of the premier Malaysian public universities – Universiti Sains Malaysia. In addition, open-topped double deckers, known as Hop-On Hop-Off buses, have been introduced for tourists in the city. Penang Weather Forecasts. [15] In addition, George Town serves as the economic pole of northern Malaysia, with relatively wide logistical connectivity. [202][226] The largest share of employment was recorded in the retail, accommodation, and food and beverages (F&B) sub-sectors, clearly depicting the influence of tourist arrivals on service-related industries. The city centre is also linked with the western parts of Penang Island, such as Balik Pulau, via the pan-island Federal Route 6. [21][205] As of 2017[update], the pier recorded 1.35 million tourist arrivals, thereby surpassing Port Klang as the busiest port-of-call in Malaysia for cruise shipping. However, the capital was then shifted to Singapore in 1832, as the latter had usurped George Town's position as the region's preeminent harbour. In 2013, the State of Penang signed a friendship state agreement with Hainan Province in China. [84] As the Malaysian federal government continued to develop Kuala Lumpur and nearby Port Klang, Penang began to suffer considerable brain drain. Penang Island was renamed the Prince of Wales Island after the heir to the British throne, while the new settlement of George Town was created in honour of King George III. Overview; Hour by hour; Long term; Statistics; Maps; Penang/Bayan Lepas weather station: 4 m.a.s.l., 14.0 km away from George Town. [55] However, instead of arresting George Town's decline, Komtar itself became a white elephant by the 2000s. Since 2001, shopping complexes in George Town registered the biggest increases in Malaysia. The city's oldest streets, including Light Street, Beach Street, Chulia Street and Pitt Street, were arranged in a grid pattern.[311]. It serves as the main airport for northern Malaysia, with frequent links to major Asian cities such as Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Bangkok, Jakarta, Ho Chi Minh City, Taipei, Hong Kong, Guangzhou and Doha. Meanwhile, George Town's Swettenham Pier has emerged as the busiest port of call in Malaysia for cruise ships. By 1807, Penang was accorded a Royal Charter which provided for the establishment of a Supreme Court and the appointment of the first Supreme Court judge, designated as the Recorder. Rapid Penang, with over 30 routes on Penang Island, is the sole public bus service provider within George Town. [55][77][83], This also marked the start of George Town's decline, which lasted up to the early 2000s. Both the 13.5 km (8.4 mi)-long Penang Bridge and the 24 km (15 mi)-long Second Penang Bridge link George Town with the rest of Peninsular Malaysia. [36], Headquartered in the City Hall, the city council is responsible for urban planning, heritage preservation, public health, sanitation, waste management, traffic management, environmental protection, building control, social and economic development, and general maintenance of urban infrastructure. [159], As the capital of the State of Penang, George Town is the seat of the Penang state government. [202][206] The Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone, dubbed the Silicon Valley of the East, is the main electronics manufacturing hub within Malaysia. Mostly dry. [145] Other notable natural attractions nearby include the Tropical Spice Garden and the Entopia Butterfly Farm, the latter of which was Malaysia's first butterfly sanctuary. [204], Originally established as an entrepôt by the British, George Town's economy is now dominated by other tertiary sub-sectors ranging from manufacturing to finance, whilst newer industries, including entrepreneurial startups, are taking root within the city as well. Last updated today at 17:25. Here, lots of random goodness has been mixed together to result in a city that is just so vibrant – think, colourful street art caricatures right beside centuries-old temples, and you are right on the money. A handful of newer visual museums have also been launched, such as the Made-in-Penang Interactive Museum and the Penang Time Tunnel. 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[202], George Town has always been one of the most popular tourist destinations in Malaysia. [173] In particular, most of the nearly 1,500 Eurasians remain concentrated at the Pulau Tikus suburb. It is also a hub for two Malaysian low-cost carriers – AirAsia and Firefly. [241], George Town, long known as the food capital of Malaysia, is renowned for its good and varied street food, incorporating Malay, Chinese, Indian, Peranakan, Thai and European influences into its literal melting pot. [237] Meanwhile, Indian architecture is more prominent within the city's Little India, which also contains the Sri Mahamariamman Temple. This was not to last, however – in 1969, the Malaysian federal government revoked George Town's free port status, sparking massive unemployment in the city. George Town is only slightly more than a third the size of Singapore with a population density of 2,372/km (6,140/sq mi); thus the city has one of the highest population densities of all Malaysian cities. Under British rule, missionary schools were set up across George Town. [15][16][207] Located at the southeastern corner of Penang Island, the zone is home to various high-tech multinational firms, including Dell, Intel, AMD, Motorola, Agilent, Renesas, Osram, Bosch, Sony and Seagate. Shortly before Malaya attained independence from the British in 1957, George Town was declared a city by Queen Elizabeth II, making it the first city in the country's modern history. Suet Leng Khoo; Narimah Samat; Nurwati Badarulzaman; Sharifah Rohayah Sheikh Dawood The Promise and Perils of the Island City of George Town (Penang) as a Creative City. George Town is 94 m above sea level and located at 5.39° N 100.29° E. George Town has a population of 300000. [29][46], Throughout the century, George Town's population grew rapidly in tandem with the city's economic prosperity. This was helped by the mushrooming of missionary schools throughout George Town, all of which used English as their medium of instruction and were held in high esteem by the locals. that are deemed current. [69][70] Between 1942 and 1944, the Port of Penang was utilised by submarines of the Imperial Japanese Navy, the Kriegsmarine and the Regia Marina. 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[9][117], Most of George Town's famous heritage landmarks, including Fort Cornwallis, the City Hall, the High Court, St. George's Church and the Eastern & Oriental Hotel are located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site. [11] It also gained a reputation as Malaysia's gastronomic capital for its distinct and ubiquitous street food. [307] Singaporean drama series, The Little Nyonya and The Journey: Our Homeland, were also shot within the UNESCO zone. [15] Attracted by the city's cheaper living costs and the presence of several multinational technology firms in Penang, the city's startups are also being actively encouraged by the Penang state government and the private sector, with initiatives to encourage entrepreneurship and promote the Internet of Things (IoT). [210] In addition to these, the Employees Provident Fund, run by the Malaysian federal government, operates an office at the road as well. With free WiFi and excellent coffee, it is easy to spend a lot of time in this location, relaxing and taking in the warm and inviting atmosphere. [201] By 2017, Penang's GDP per capita, already the highest among Malaysian states, rose to RM49,873, thereby surpassing the World Bank's threshold to be considered a high-income economy. [247], Bangsawan is a form of Malay theatre which was developed in Penang with Indian, Western, Islamic, Chinese and Indonesian influences. [59] Currently, six ferries ply the Penang Strait between George Town and Butterworth daily.[329]. Meanwhile, an incoherent urban planning policy and poor traffic management led to worsening traffic congestion, while decades of brain drain also took its toll as the city lacked the expertise to regulate urban development. [80][81][82], In the following years, George Town retained its free port status, as guaranteed by the British colonial authorities before granting independence to Malaya. ☂ Online precipitation map and other weather maps. George Town Live Weather Today: Recent reports from weather stations near George Town, Light winds from the E.(Wind varies from 040 to 140 degs). [202][203] George Town's popularity amongst foreign investors has contributed to Penang gaining the largest share of Malaysia's foreign direct investments within the same year. George Town, Malaysia - Travel and vacation weather averages, current conditions and forecasts. George Town World Heritage Site Celebration An Indian lady completes a traditional rangoli during George Town Heritage Celebrations, a colourful time to visit Penang (image by Thum Chia Chieh) A week of cultural events and pop-up stages to celebrate George Town’s UNESCO status and inscription. [148] The city sees on average about 2,477 millimetres (97.5 in) of precipitation annually. [270][271] It is the home ground of Penang FA, and was where Penang footballer Mohd Faiz Subri scored the goal that won him the 2016 FIFA Puskás Award. George Town Penang (Malaysia), elevation 14 m. Forecast Forecast; Nearby Nearby; Map Map; ... 24 ° Feels like 24 ° Precipitation 0 mm. Tonight, A clear sky and a gentle breeze. [36] Meanwhile, a Supreme Court was established at Fort Cornwallis in 1808. Here you will find the 14 day weather forecast for Georgetown (Penang). [22][23] Once the area was cleared, a simple ceremony was held on 11 August, during which the Union Jack was raised. While the central hills have somewhat limited the westward urban sprawl, George Town's expansion is more evident southward along the eastern seaboard of Penang Island, creating the suburbs of Jelutong and Gelugor, the latter merging with the northward development of Bayan Lepas. [18][19], The success of George Town's medical tourism industry is mainly due to the specialised medical treatments offered at more affordable costs by the city's numerous private hospitals, coupled with well-trained professionals and advanced equipment. Malaysia: Areca Books, 2006. [46] The zone also covers various places of worship, such as St. George's Church, the Kapitan Keling Mosque and the Goddess of Mercy Temple, as well as the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion and the Eastern & Oriental Hotel. [299][300] Since then, AEDs have been installed at several public locations throughout the city. Established in 1969 as Malaysia's second university, it was originally named Universiti Pulau Pinang (University of Penang). (2015). [80][89][90], The city's decline continued into the early 2000s. [87][88], In 1974, the George Town City Council was merged with the Penang Island Rural District Council to form the Penang Island Municipal Council, sparking a decades-long debate over George Town's city status. [208] Most of the foreign banks still maintain their Penang headquarters at Beach Street, which serves as the city's main Central Business District. The State of Penang also has a sister area partnership with Kanagawa Prefecture in Japan, which was ratified in 1991.[352]. November-Janaury promises great weather, whereas February-April will give you emptier streets and a lot more peace and calm to look around and enjoy. Find the most current and reliable 7 day weather forecasts, storm alerts, reports and information for [city] with The Weather Network. Penang . Weather forecast for the next 9 days. [314][315] While the tram lines have since been disused, another colonial legacy, the trishaw, remains in use throughout the city, albeit catering primarily for tourists.[316][317]. [105], Whilst George Town had been declared a city by Queen Elizabeth II in 1957, the jurisdiction of the city was expanded by the Malaysian federal government to encompass the entirety of Penang Island in 2015. [9] Subsequent efforts to clean up the city, and measures to improve traffic flow, cultural and environmental aspects by the new state government led to George Town being ranked Asia's 8th most liveable city by ECA International in 2010. [298] The private hospitals within George Town include Penang Adventist Hospital, Island Hospital, Gleneagles Medical Centre, Loh Guan Lye Specialists Centre, Lam Wah Ee Hospital, Mount Miriam Cancer Hospital and Pantai Hospital. [64], George Town fell to the Imperial Japanese Army on 19 December 1941, marking the start of a brutal period of Japanese occupation. Please also visit George Town Historical Weather, Weather widget and Weather Charts pages. Warm (max 28°C on Sun afternoon, min 23°C on Sat morning). Under Operation Jurist, the British Royal Marines accepted the surrender of the Japanese garrison in Penang and retook Penang Island on 3 September 1945. [102][103][227], In addition, a startup community has been growing in the city, which include the likes of Piktochart and DeliverEat. [323] Renovated in 2009 as a cruise shipping terminal, Swettenham Pier is one of the major tourist entry points into George Town. [303], In 2011, the then Chief Minister of Penang, Lim Guan Eng, officiated the launch of the Penang edition of Time Out. Wind 1 m/s light air from north 1 m/s. [170] The Bumiputeras, which include ethnic Malays and East Malaysian indigenous races like the Dayaks and Kadazans, collectively made up almost 32% of the city's population. The best time of year to visit Penang in Malaysia. In general, temperatures range between 29°C - 35 during the day and 26°C - 29°C during the night, with the months June to August being the hottest. [213][214], In recent years, George Town has received numerous international accolades, further putting the city on the world stage. Penang Global Tourism 8B, First Floor The Whiteaways Arcade Lebuh Pantai, George Town 10300 Penang, Malaysia Phone: +604 264 3456 George Town experiences relatively consistent temperatures throughout the course of the year, with an average high of about 32 °C (90 °F) and an average low of 21 °C (70 °F). Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Sun afternoon. The city's Malays also use a variant of the Kedah Malay dialect, with slight modifications made to the original dialect to suit the conditions of a cosmopolitan city. [255], Since then, the street art scene has blossomed. [143] Meanwhile, the nearby 172-acre (70 ha) City Park was officially opened in 1972. [161][162] The members of the State Legislative Assembly, known as State Assemblymen, are elected into office via the Penang State Election, which by convention is held simultaneously with the Malaysian General Election every five years. The George Town Festival, first held in 2010, has evolved into one of the top arts events in Southeast Asia, while the Penang Hot Air Balloon Fiesta attracts close to 200,000 visitors from all over the world. A lot of rain (rainy season) falls in the month of: April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November. [9] Recognised as having a "unique architectural and cultural townscape without parallel anywhere in East and Southeast Asia", George Town contains one of the largest collections of pre-war buildings in Southeast Asia. Aside from these, the city has a handful of language institutions, such as the British Council, Alliance Française and the Malaysian German Society.[279][280][281]. [44][246] Penang's variant of Chingay includes the act of balancing gigantic flags on one's forehead or hands. We collected past weather data from many thousand weather stations around the world. The city of George Town includes the Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone, a high-tech manufacturing hub regarded as the "Silicon Valley of the East". [231], An integral part of Penang's services sector is medical tourism, which has made George Town the medical tourism hub of Malaysia. [216] The city has been listed by various publications, including the Lonely Planet, Forbes and Time, as one of the top travel destinations in Asia. [94][95][96] As a result of the widespread resentment over George Town's decline, the then federal opposition coalition, Pakatan Rakyat (now Pakatan Harapan), was voted into power within Penang in the 2008 State Election. The courts in George Town consist of the Magistrates, Sessions and the High Court, the latter of which sits at the top of Penang's judicial system. 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