Weather in April in Sabah
Are you planning a trip a to Sabah in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Sabah in April?
Sabah is a region in Malaysia. April in Sabah generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Kinarut at 30°C to very warm in Sandakan at 34°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C in Sandakan and 24°C in Kinarut. 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.To explore the conditions in Sabah in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kudat with an average of 90 mm to heavy rainfall in Kinarut with 224 mm.Average sunshine
The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 247 hours of sunshine in Kota Kinabalu. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Sabah climate page.
Where to go in Sabah in April
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Malaysia, check out our Sabah's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in April for the 5 most popular destinations in Sabah?
Kota Kinabalu
In April Kota Kinabalu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Sandakan
In April Sandakan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Ranau
In April Ranau generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Bilit
In April Bilit generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Sepilok
In April Sepilok generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Sabah, in Malaysia.
Is April the best time to visit Sabah?
In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Sabah with overall tolerable weather in Kota Kinabalu. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, February provides pleasant weather in Kota Kinabalu. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, September, October and November tend to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Sabah.
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