Climate Overview
The climate in Gantang is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 1703mm of precipitation falls per year. Gantang receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gantang is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 4°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Gantang vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Gantang is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1703mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 142mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 269mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 61mm. That's 207mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 10cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 3cm.
Wind
Gantang is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 13km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Gantang, which began on March 20, 2026. Gantang is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 4°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 10 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 661mm across the season with a monthly average of 220mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 23 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 513mm across the season with a monthly average of 171mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 10 to 30°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 254mm for the season, averaging 85mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 4 to 11°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 275mm for the season, averaging 92mm per month. Expect around 9cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Gantang is during October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 77mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 4°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gantang based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.