Kota Kinabalu weather in August (Sabah, Malaysia)

Is Kota Kinabalu a good destination in August, weather-wise? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The month of August in Kota Kinabalu typically includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 25°C. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

Kota Kinabalu in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 197 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 18 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 197 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February typically offers the best circumstances. While May, June, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kota Kinabalu climate page with graphs.

 

Kota Kinabalu, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 197 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 78%  

Windspeed 7 km/h  

Sunshine 197 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Malaysia in August

Find out more about the weather in Malaysia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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