Kota Kinabalu weather in March (Sabah, Malaysia)

Curious about the March weather in Kota Kinabalu? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In March, Kota Kinabalu generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 30°C, while night temperatures can drop to 24°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Kota Kinabalu in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 147 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Rain is expected on roughly 11 days.

The city usually sees around 235 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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 March

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 147 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 81%  

Windspeed 4 km/h  

Sunshine 235 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Malaysia in March

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Kota Kinabalu in March?

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 in March.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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