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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 (61) · now 55
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

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 Penang $2,125 7.4 Compare
2 Kuala Lumpur $1,546 7.3 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 Perhentian Islands MY Malaysia $1,614 5.2 Compare
2 Kota Bharu MY Malaysia $1,142 5.8 Compare
3 Cameron Highlands MY Malaysia $1,612 5.8 Compare
4 Ipoh MY Malaysia $1,554 6.5 Compare

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