Sandakan Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

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

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

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

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

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)