Sabah weather in September
Considering a trip to Sabah this September and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Sabah in September?
Sabah is a region in Malaysia. September in Sabah generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Kampong Kundassan at 29°C to very warm in Sandakan at 34°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C in Sandakan and 19°C in Kampong Kundassan. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.
In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Kudat with an average of 142 mm to heavy rainfall in Sandakan with 262 mm. Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 181 hours of sunlight expected in Kota Kinabalu. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
For specific regional insights in Sabah for September, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Sabah climate page.
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Popular destinations in Sabah
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Average weather in Kota Kinabalu
In September 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 poor that month.
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Average weather in Sandakan
In September 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.
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Average weather in Ranau
In September Ranau generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Bilit
In September Bilit generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Sepilok
In September 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 poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Sabah, in Malaysia.
Is September the best time to visit Sabah?
In our view, September might not be the best time to travel to Sabah with often poor weather in Kota Kinabalu.
Generally speaking, February provides pleasant weather in Kota Kinabalu. The weather in May, June, September, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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