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Kinabalu National Park Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia in May.

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Ranau Kundasang

Considering a trip to Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Kinabalu National Park in May

Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia is a region in Malaysia. May in Kinabalu National Park generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Kundasang at 25°C (77°F) to very warm in Ranau at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Ranau and 17°C (63°F) in Kundasang. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Ranau with an average of 197 mm (7.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Kundasang with 282 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Ranau sees close to 229 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Kinabalu National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kinabalu National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Ranau)

January28°C (82°F) February29°C (84°F) March30°C (86°F) April31°C (88°F) May30°C (86°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kinabalu National Park in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Kinabalu National Park.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Kinabalu National Park

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia?

Temperature range in Kinabalu National Park (May)

Precipitation variation in Kinabalu National Park (May)

Ranau

In May Ranau generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
247 hours
229 hours
198 hours
Monthly rainfall
155 mm (6.1 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Kundasang

In May Kundasang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
247 hours
229 hours
198 hours
Monthly rainfall
237 mm (9.3 in)
282 mm (11 in)
255 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Kundasang →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Kinabalu National Park, in Malaysia.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kinabalu National Park in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ranau 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 197 mm (7.8 in)
Kundasang 25°C (77°F) 17°C (63°F) 282 mm (11 in)

Kinabalu National Park weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia in May?

In May, Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia generally has poor weather conditions. Ranau sees daytime temperatures near 30°C (86°F), with nights cooling to roughly 20°C (68°F).

What is the average temperature in Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia in May?

Ranau averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 20°C (68°F).

Does Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia get a lot of rain in May?

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia, with Ranau averaging around 197 mm (7.8 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia with often unpleasant weather in Ranau.

On average, the best time to visit Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia is in February with generally pleasant weather in Ranau. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, September and October tend to be poor.

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