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Tioman Island

Island · 🇲🇾 Malaysia
Area 134 km²
Time zone Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Tioman Island

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Best of Tioman Island

Tioman Island’s landscape features a mix of dense rainforest, granite peaks, and coral reefs. This selection includes the Taman Laut Marine Park, a protected area for marine biodiversity, and the Asah Waterfalls located near Mukut village. Coastal highlights range from the snorkeling grounds of Renggis Island and the rocky outcrop of Tomok Cape to the distinct shores of Paya, Monkey, and ABC beaches. These locations provide access to the island's natural conservation zones and traditional coastal villages.

8 places

Best Diving Centres

Tioman Island is a marine park off Malaysia’s east coast, featuring granite boulders and extensive hard coral gardens. These dive centers provide access to over 25 sites, including the shallow reefs of Renggis Island and the deeper pinnacles of Tiger Reef. Operations range from large PADI 5-Star Instructor Development Centers in Air Batang and Salang to specialized, eco-focused shops in Juara. Services include PADI and SDI certifications, NITROX availability, and boat excursions to the Labas and Chebeh volcanic rock formations.

6 places

Nature Trails & Peaks

Tioman Island's interior is defined by a dramatic granite massif and dense primary rainforest. This collection focuses on the island's most significant geographical landmarks, including the 1,038-meter volcanic summit of Gunung Kajang and the iconic twin granite peaks of Nenek Si-Mukut, also known as the Dragon Horns. The trails and climbing sites listed here, concentrated largely around the southern village of Mukut, showcase vertical rock faces, high-altitude jungle ecosystems, and hidden freshwater falls.

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Tioman Island — Map

Tioman Island — Map

Climate & when to visit

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Typical weather in January

Fair
  • 25° (feels like 24°) · extremes 23°–26°
  • 24° at night
  • 22 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 28°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in February

Good
  • 24° (feels like 25°) · extremes 23°–26°
  • 24° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 28°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 11 · extreme

Typical weather in March

Fair
  • 25° (feels like 27°) · extremes 24°–26°
  • 25° at night
  • 19 rainy days
  • 14 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 29°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 12 · extreme

Typical weather in April

Poor
  • 26° (feels like 29°) · extremes 24°–28°
  • 26° at night
  • 25 rainy days
  • 14 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Calm winds
  • 30°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 11 · extreme

Typical weather in May

Poor
  • 27° (feels like 30°) · extremes 25°–28°
  • 26° at night
  • 28 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Calm winds
  • 30°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in June

Poor
  • 27° (feels like 29°) · extremes 25°–28°
  • 26° at night
  • 27 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 30°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in July

Poor
  • 26° (feels like 28°) · extremes 24°–27°
  • 26° at night
  • 27 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 29°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in August

Poor
  • 26° (feels like 28°) · extremes 24°–27°
  • 25° at night
  • 28 rainy days
  • 8 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 29°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in September

Poor
  • 26° (feels like 28°) · extremes 24°–27°
  • 25° at night
  • 27 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 29°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in October

Poor
  • 26° (feels like 29°) · extremes 24°–27°
  • 25° at night
  • 30 rainy days
  • 11 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Calm winds
  • 29°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in November

Poor
  • 26° (feels like 28°) · extremes 24°–27°
  • 25° at night
  • 30 rainy days
  • 4 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 29°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in December

Fair
  • 25° (feels like 26°) · extremes 24°–26°
  • 24° at night
  • 28 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 28°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 8 · very high

Climate data: NASA POWER + Copernicus ERA5 · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Malaysian Ringgit MYR RM · Card payments · Commonly accepted
Emergency numbers
999 Police · Ambulance · Fire brigade
Electricity
Type G
240 V · 50 Hz
Languages
Malay
Tap water
Drink with caution
Driving side
Left
Calling code
+60
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Tours & Activities

Taman Laut Tioman
Drive
Asah Waterfalls
Drive
Renggis island

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