Sandakan weather in March (Sabah, Malaysia)

Curious about the March weather in Sandakan? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In March, Sandakan generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 33°C, while nights can cool down to about 24°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Sandakan in March falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 209 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 14 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 238 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Sandakan, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 209 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 83%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 238 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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.

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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 Sandakan 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
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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