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Sibu Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The weather in Sibu is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Sibu remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in May to a very warm 31°C in January.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 23°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Sibu is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 3095 mm. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, December, sees around 353 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, July, still receives a respectable 185 mm of rainfall.

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

Sunshine over the year

Sibu enjoys sunny spells year-round. July sees up to 6.7 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 4.4 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Forecast for Sibu

Thu   Jan 09
32°C | 23°C
NW 2 m/s
16 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

Fri   Jan 10
30°C | 23°C
SE 2 m/s
6.8 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

Sat   Jan 11
30°C | 22°C
SE 2 m/s
19 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

Select a Month of Interest

Check the weather conditions for any month in Sibu.

The best time of year to visit Sibu in Malaysia

Sibu has high temperatures year round ranging between 31°C and 32°C.
The average rainfall figures in Sibu 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. If we needed to pick one month we would choose July which is the sunniest month of the year.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Sibu?
    May has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Sibu?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 31°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Sibu?
    December tops the wettest month list with 353 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Sibu?
    July is the driest month with 185 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Sibu?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 201 hours of sunshine.

  • 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.