January in Mulu brings very high temperatures around 31°C (88°F) during the day, dropping to 22°C (72°F) at night, and as part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is common.
If you're planning additional trips, our weather planner can help you find destinations that match your weather preferences.
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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).
Warm temperatures in January make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Kuala Lumpur
32°C (90°F) George Town
31°C (88°F) Pantai Cenang
32°C (90°F) Kuching31°C (88°F) Ipoh31°C (88°F) Johor Bahru30°C (86°F) Melaka
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