Sandakan Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 33°C (91°F), peaking in May at 34°C (93°F) and dipping in January to 31°C (88°F).
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 3057 mm (120 in) of rainfall per year. December is the wettest month. Sunshine peaks in January, when the city sees around 8.4 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Sandakan
With minimal seasonal shifts, Sandakan experiences a constant climate year-round. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C (93°F) in May to a very warm 31°C (88°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 24°C (75°F) in May to 23°C (73°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Sandakan
Sandakan has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 3057 mm (120 in) of rainfall per year. The wettest period in Sandakan occurs in December, which receives around 301 mm (12 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, April, Sandakan experiences heavy rainfall, totaling 185 mm (7.3 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate. For more details, please visit our Sandakan Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Sandakan
Sandakan enjoys sunny spells year-round. January sees up to 8.4 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. September, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.4 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Sandakan by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 84%. In September, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 79%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Sandakan
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November to 3 m/s (6 knots) in January. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Sandakan 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Sandakan
Sandakan has a consistently rainy climate year-round, with every month experiencing heavy precipitation exceeding 160 mm (6.3 in). There is no traditional dry season to recommend for visits. April stands out as the least wet month with 185 mm (7.3 in) of rainfall.Plan your visit with the expectation of frequent rain and pack accordingly. The year-round moisture creates beautiful green surroundings, but requires waterproof preparation. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
