During January, Semporna experiences high daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and cooler nights around 25°C (77°F). January sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.
January in Semporna can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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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).
Warm temperatures in January make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Kuala Lumpur
32°C (90°F) George Town
31°C (88°F) Pantai Cenang
32°C (90°F) Kuching31°C (88°F) Ipoh31°C (88°F) Johor Bahru30°C (86°F) Melaka
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