Gaya Island weather in January (Sabah, Malaysia)

Will it be warm or cold in Gaya Island this January? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Gaya Island generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 29°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 25°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Gaya Island in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 168 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 17 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

With about 188 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the better months to visit Gaya Island. January and February typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Gaya Island climate page with graphs.

 

Gaya Island, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 168 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 82% *  

Windspeed 4 km/h *  

Sunshine 188 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (9 KM, 5 Miles).

Where to go in Malaysia in January

Find out more about the weather in Malaysia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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