Temperature in Sarawak in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Sarawak, Malaysia this January.

Sarawak, Malaysia, a region in Malaysia, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 29°C (84°F) in Santubong to 31°C (88°F) in Sibu. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Sibu and 25°C (77°F) in Santubong.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Sarawak, Malaysia in January?

Discover the typical January temperatures for the most popular locations of Sarawak on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Sarawak temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Sarawak, Malaysia in January?

Daytime temperatures in Kuching typically peak at 31°C (88°F) in January, putting it in the very high range.

How cold does it get at night in Sarawak, Malaysia in January?

Kuching sees nighttime lows close to 23°C (73°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in Sarawak, Malaysia?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Sibu clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 31°C (88°F), and evenings that remain near 23°C (73°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Sarawak, Malaysia?

According to our data, Santubong holds the title for the coldest city in Sarawak, Malaysia in January. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 29°C (84°F) and drops to lows of about 25°C (77°F) during the night.

How much sun does Sarawak, Malaysia get in January?

Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 128 hours of sunlight expected in Kuching. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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