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Kinarut Weather in May

During May, Kinarut experiences very high daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and cooler nights around 24°C (75°F). May sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Kinarut in May

Kinarut is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 18 days and an average of 247 mm (9.7 in). Rain during the rainy season is significant rather than just light drizzle. Expect proper showers on most rainy days.

Temperature in Kinarut in May

Daytime highs in Kinarut in May reach 30°C (86°F), with nights around 24°C (75°F). For most visitors, the main thing to prepare for is the heat during the day. Nights stay warm at around 24°C (75°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.

Sunshine in Kinarut in May

The city usually sees around 229 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days despite it being the rainy season.

Wind Speed in Kinarut in May

Average wind conditions reach 1 m/s (2 knots) in May. This creates generally peaceful weather with subtle air movement. Remember this is an average: some days are windless while others have noticeable or very gentle breezes.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Kinarut. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Kinarut Temperature in May

Min Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
61%
Precipitation
247 mm (9.7 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
81% *
Windspeed
1 m/s (2 knots) *
Sunshine
229 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (12 KM, 8 Miles).

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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 May

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. 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. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Kinarut in May

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

  • Swimming
    8/10
  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    6/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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