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Sandakan weather in May (Sabah, Malaysia)

What does the weather outlook for Sandakan look like in May? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Sandakan includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 34°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 24°C. The average temperatures are warm, but some days will be hotter. Make sure to dress in light, breathable clothing and drink plenty of water.

Precipitation

Sandakan in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 249 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 14 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 202 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures generally stand out with the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Sandakan, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 34°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 249 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Malaysia in May

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

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