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Perai

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Updated Saturday, October 31, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Perai month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Perai are typically January, February and July, with average daytime highs around 30–31°C. March is usually the warmest month (average high 31°C), January the coldest (average low 24°C), and November the wettest (about 381 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January29.823.61969.1
February30.723.612810.0
March31.224.417810.0
April30.724.72809.3
May30.525.03548.4
June30.424.91939.2
July30.725.01459.4
August30.624.72429.0
September29.824.42498.2
October29.524.23698.0
November29.124.13817.4
December29.423.72488.2

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What is being reported around Perai

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People and places shaping Perai

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Past and future events in Perai

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Past · documented context

Previously

  1. Documented history · 1980

    The industrialisation of Perai began in 1980, when the Penang Development Corporation (PDC) commenced the development of the Perai Free Industrial Zone and the nearby township of Seberang Jaya.

  2. Documented history · 1974

    In 1974, the Port of Penang was relocated from George Town to Seberang Perai.

  3. Documented history · 1985

    In 1985, the Penang Bridge which links Perai and Penang Island was completed.

  4. Documented history · 2014

    The bridge was the longest in Southeast Asia until 2014, upon the opening of the Second Penang Bridge further south.

  5. Industrialisation and Free Industrial Zone Development

    The industrialisation of Perai began in 1980, when the Penang Development Corporation (PDC) commenced the development of the Perai Free Industrial Zone and the nearby township of Seberang Jaya.

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People associated with this place

No person with a direct, sourced association to Perai has been verified yet.

Historical figures

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Local business and employers

  • Pelita Nasi Kandar

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Perai. Restaurant chain in Malaysia.

  • Malayan Sugar

    A major local company and country's largest sugar refinery situated within the Perai industrial estate.

  • Ann Joo Resources

    Home to Malaysia's oldest steel mill situated within the Perai industrial estate.

  • Southern Steel

    A major local company within the Perai industrial zone.

  • Harvik Rubber

    A major local company operating within the Perai industrial zone.

Newspapers and local media

No local newspaper or media outlet has passed the source checks for Perai yet.

Buildings and landmarks

  • Perai Free Industrial Zone

    An eponymous industrial zone encompassing much of Perai's seafront between the Perai River and the Penang Bridge.

  • Penang Bridge

    A bridge completed in 1985 connecting Perai with Penang Island.

  • Perai River

    A waterway at the estuary of which Perai is situated, serving as a geographic boundary.

  • Port of Penang Perai Facilities

    Contains the Perai Bulk Cargo Terminal and Perai Wharves providing logistical connectivity.

  • Penang Bird Park

    Situated in Perai, Malaysia, as a renowned sanctuary for avian enthusiasts and nature lovers.

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01 · Overview

Perai, in brief

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02 · History

How Perai took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Perai

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Perai

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Perai

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Perai

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Perai

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08 · Questions

Questions about Perai

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Frequently Asked Questions about Perai

Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.

01 · Q&A

Where is Perai located and what are its coordinates?

Perai is situated in Malaysia at geographic coordinates 5.3833, 100.3833, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Perai?

Perai has a recorded population of approximately 65,301 and observes the Asia/Kuala_Lumpur time zone.

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Perai?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Perai include MS-MY, English, Chinese, TA, TE, ML, PA, Thai, with MYR used for local transactions.

04 · Q&A

How can I check live conditions and daily updates for Perai?

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