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Kinarut Weather in January

During January, Kinarut experiences high daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and cooler nights around 23°C (73°F). January sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Kinarut in January

Kinarut is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 18 days and an average of 241 mm (9.5 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.

Temperature in Kinarut in January

Daytime highs in Kinarut in January reach 29°C (84°F), with nights around 23°C (73°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights stay warm at around 23°C (73°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.

Sunshine in Kinarut in January

The month brings about 188 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and rainy moments.

Wind Speed in Kinarut in January

Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during January. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, March typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Kinarut Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C (73°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C (84°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 241 mm (9.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 82% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 1 m/s (2 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 188 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (12 KM, 8 Miles).

Best Places in Malaysia in January

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Kinarut in January

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Kinarut in January

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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