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Sabah Weather in June

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sabah, Malaysia in June.

Planning a trip to Sabah, Malaysia this June? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Sabah in June

Sabah, Malaysia is a region in Malaysia. Sabah, Malaysia offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In June, one might encounter temperatures that range from warm to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Kundasang at 24°C (75°F) to very warm in Sandakan at 34°C (93°F). At night it cools down to 24°C (75°F) in Sandakan and 17°C (63°F) in Kundasang. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For a closer look at conditions across Sabah, Malaysia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In June, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Kudat with an average of 140 mm (5.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Sandakan with 259 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Kota Kinabalu enjoys about 198 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Sabah by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Sabah in June

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

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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).

Popular Destinations in Sabah

What is the weather like in June for some of the most popular destinations in Sabah, Malaysia?

Temperature range in Sabah (June)

Precipitation variation in Sabah (June)

Kota Kinabalu

In June Kota Kinabalu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
229 hours
198 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
210 mm (8.3 in)
222 mm (8.7 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Sandakan

In June Sandakan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
202 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
249 mm (9.8 in)
259 mm (10 in)
229 mm (9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Ranau

In June Ranau generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
229 hours
198 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
197 mm (7.8 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Semporna

In June Semporna generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
219 mm (8.6 in)
221 mm (8.7 in)
192 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Bilit

In June Bilit generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
202 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
249 mm (9.8 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in June

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Sabah in June.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kota Kinabalu 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 222 mm (8.7 in)
Sandakan 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 259 mm (10 in)
Ranau 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 196 mm (7.7 in)
Semporna 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 221 mm (8.7 in)
Bilit 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 249 mm (9.8 in)
Sepilok 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 220 mm (8.7 in)

Sabah weather in June: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sabah, Malaysia in June?

Sabah, Malaysia typically experiences poor weather in June, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kota Kinabalu average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Sabah, Malaysia in June?

Average temperatures in Sabah, Malaysia during June range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Kota Kinabalu.

Does Sabah, Malaysia get a lot of rain in June?

Rainfall in Sabah, Malaysia peaks during June. Kota Kinabalu averages roughly 222 mm (8.7 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is June a Good Time to Visit Sabah, Malaysia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Kota Kinabalu, June may not be the ideal time to visit Sabah, Malaysia.

Generally speaking, February provides pleasant weather in Kota Kinabalu. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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