March Rainfall and Precipitation in Sabah

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Sabah, Malaysia in March.

Sabah, Malaysia, a region in Malaysia, experiences in March precipitation ranging from a moderate 72 mm (2.8 in) in Mantanani Island to a heavy 209 mm (8.2 in) in Sandakan. March typically stands out as the driest month of the year in Sabah, Malaysia.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in March: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Sabah precipitation in March: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Sabah, Malaysia receive in March?

March in Kota Kinabalu is marked by substantial rain, totaling an average of 147 mm (5.8 in). Rapid weather changes are common due to the frequent precipitation.

How many days does it rain in Sabah, Malaysia in March?

Rainfall in Kota Kinabalu typically falls on roughly 11 days days in March.

Is March part of the rainy season in Sabah, Malaysia?

Not really. March is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Sabah, Malaysia.

What is the wettest city in March in Sabah, Malaysia?

Based on our records, Sandakan receives the most rainfall in Sabah, Malaysia in March, averaging about 209 mm (8.2 in).

What is the driest city in March in Sabah, Malaysia?

Based on our database, Mantanani Island sees the least rainfall in Sabah, Malaysia in March, with around 72 mm (2.8 in) on average.

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