Ranau weather in January (Sabah, Malaysia)

Will it be warm or cold in Ranau this January? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of January in Ranau typically brings high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 28°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 19°C.

Precipitation

Ranau in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 189 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 20 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.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days February typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, October tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ranau, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 189 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 82% *  

Sunshine 188 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (68 KM, 42 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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Ranau.

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