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About Redang Island

Redang Island, Malaysia 🇲🇾🏝️ is a tropical escape with crystal-clear waters, coral reefs, and a very relaxed pace. Great for a short unplugged retreat, but it’s **not ideal for digital nomads** needing reliable Wi‑Fi or frequent cafés. Best for remote workers who can go offline and enjoy nature, snorkeling, and quiet island vibes. 🌊🐠

Through the year

Best in March (63) · now 57
0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 184 mm Feb: 152 mm Mar: 67 mm Apr: 127 mm May: 188 mm Jun: 130 mm Jul: 135 mm Aug: 192 mm Sep: 179 mm Oct: 259 mm Nov: 651 mm Dec: 552 mm Jan: 27°C / 26°C Feb: 27°C / 26°C Mar: 28°C / 26°C Apr: 29°C / 27°C May: 30°C / 27°C Jun: 30°C / 27°C Jul: 29°C / 27°C Aug: 29°C / 27°C Sep: 29°C / 27°C Oct: 29°C / 26°C Nov: 28°C / 26°C Dec: 28°C / 26°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 6.2
Digital Nomad Popularity 1.3
Safety 8.5
Internet Speed 4.1
Weather 7.1
Accommodation Cost 5.0
Nomad Friendly 2.6
Female Friendly 7.7
Updated 3 weeks ago

Quick costs

Quick costs in Redang Island
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $297.95 per month
Coworking Space $148.98 per month
Coffee $1.99 per cup
Beer $3.72 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $2.98 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $19.86 per month
Mobile Plan $9.93 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $29.80 per month

Other cities in Malaysia

Other cities in Malaysia
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Kuala Lumpur $2,163 7.5 Compare
2 Penang $2,125 7.4 Compare
3 George Town $1,765 7.3 Compare
4 Petaling Jaya $2,087 7.0 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Kota Bharu MY Malaysia $1,142 5.8 Compare
2 Perhentian Islands MY Malaysia $1,614 5.2 Compare
3 Cameron Highlands MY Malaysia $1,612 5.8 Compare
4 Ipoh MY Malaysia $1,554 6.5 Compare

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