Kuching Weather in January
Kuching in January sees very high temperatures, with highs around 31°C (88°F) and overnight lows of 23°C (73°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 426 mm (17 in) of rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.
Rainfall in Kuching in January
As part of the rainy season, Kuching sees around 29 days of rain in January, with an average of 426 mm (17 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.
Temperature in Kuching in January
Kuching in January gets highs of 31°C (88°F) during the day and drops to 23°C (73°F) at night. Mornings and evenings are often more comfortable than the peak afternoon hours. At 23°C (73°F) overnight, it stays warm after dark. Light, breathable clothing and good airflow in your room make a noticeable difference.
Sunshine in Kuching in January
The area enjoys a balanced 128 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too rainy nor too sunny.
Wind Speed in Kuching in January
Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during January. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.Our weather planner can help you explore other travel destinations worldwide.
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Kuching Temperature in January
Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
31°C (88°F)
Chance of Rain
97%
Precipitation
426 mm (17 in)
Rainy days
29 days
Humidity
88%
Windspeed
1 m/s (2 knots)
Sunshine
128 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Daily Historical Temperatures
49-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Kuching typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 31°C (88°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 23°C (73°F).
Average temperatures in January
Daily Historical Precipitation
49-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in January
Historical weather for Kuching in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Kuching spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Kuching historical weather extremes in January
Based on weather observations in Kuching between 1984 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
- The hottest January day on record in Kuching reached 34°C (93°F) (January 3, 2019).
- On January 20, 1992, Kuching saw its coldest January day with temperatures maxing out at 24°C (75°F).
- The coldest night in January in Kuching was on January 26, 2014, with a minimum of 21°C (70°F).
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What to Wear in Kuching in January
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.What To Do in Kuching in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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