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Kota Kinabalu weather in November (Sabah, Malaysia)

What's the typical weather in Kota Kinabalu for November? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The month of November in Kota Kinabalu typically includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 30°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 24°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.

Precipitation

Kota Kinabalu in November falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 263 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 24 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 193 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, November may not be the ideal month to visit Kota Kinabalu. February typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, September, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Kota Kinabalu, monthly averages in November

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 81%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 263 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 24 days  
HumidityHumidity 83%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 193 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Malaysia in November

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

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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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