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Lahad Datu Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The weather in Lahad Datu is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Lahad Datu experiences a constant climate year-round. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in April, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 30°C during cooler months like February.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 24°C during these months.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Lahad Datu has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2167 mm of rainfall per year. Year-round, Lahad Datu has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, October, with 213 mm, and the driest month, March, with 149 mm, is minimal.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Forecast for Lahad Datu

Thu   Jan 30
30°C | 23°C
NW 2 m/s
9.6 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

Fri   Jan 31
30°C | 23°C
SE 4 m/s
3 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

Sat   Feb 01
30°C | 24°C
SE 3 m/s
2.6 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Lahad Datu in Malaysia

Lahad Datu has high temperatures year round ranging between 29°C and 31°C.
The average rainfall figures in Lahad Datu are quite high. Throughout the year, you have a chance of prolonged precipitation. So no matter what time of year you go, you will always have to deal with a high number of rainy days. This makes it more challenging to point out the best time of year to visit. Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Lahad Datu?
    April has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Lahad Datu?
    The coolest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Lahad Datu?
    October tops the wettest month list with 213 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Lahad Datu?
    March is the driest month with 149 mm of precipitation.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.