Sibu Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Sibu’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Malaysia.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The temperature in Sibu remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a very warm 33°C in May. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very warm 31°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around 23°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Sibu by month:
The early hours of 4 AM to 6 AM often see the lowest temperatures, while 3 PM marks the peak of the day’s heat as the sun’s impact is strongest. May, the city’s warmest month, boasts 191 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 320 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 29 days. It records 135 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Malaysia Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Malaysia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Sibu Temperatures Compared World Wide
Sibu’s average annual maximum temperature is 32°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
Glasgow, Scotland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 13°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Beijing, China, experiences more extreme temperature shifts, but still averaging 20°C annually.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Sibu’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Sibu climate page.
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