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Gunung Mulu National Park Weather in January

During January, Gunung Mulu National Park experiences very high daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and cooler nights around 21°C (70°F). January sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Gunung Mulu National Park in January

As part of the rainy season, Gunung Mulu National Park sees around 22 days of rain in January, with an average of 300 mm (12 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.

Temperature in Gunung Mulu National Park in January

Daytime temperatures in Gunung Mulu National Park reach 30°C (86°F) in January, dropping to 21°C (70°F) at night. Indoor breaks or shaded spots can make the warmer part of the day much more comfortable. With lows of 21°C (70°F), the nights are warm and generally comfortable.

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Gunung Mulu National Park Temperature in January

Min Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
74%
Precipitation
300 mm (12 in)
Rainy days
22 days

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Historical weather records for Gunung Mulu National Park in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for Gunung Mulu National Park spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Gunung Mulu National Park historical weather extremes in January

The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Gunung Mulu National Park from 2006 through 2025.

  • The hottest January day on record in Gunung Mulu National Park reached 32°C (90°F) (January 11, 2019).
  • On January 22, 2014, Gunung Mulu National Park saw its coldest January day with temperatures maxing out at 22°C (72°F).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in January was 19°C (66°F) (January 30, 2014).
  • Peak precipitation in January occurred on January 29, 2012, when 111 mm (4.4 in) of precipitation was measured.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Gunung Mulu National Park in January

Warm temperatures in January make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!

What To Do in Gunung Mulu National Park in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    6/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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