Sepilok weather in January (Sabah, Malaysia)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Sepilok during January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

January in Sepilok generally includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 30°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 24°C. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

Sepilok in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 304 mm for the month. The month is marked by heavy rainfall, often coming down in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 24 days with rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 251 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Sepilok. April typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, May, June, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sepilok climate page with graphs.

 

Sepilok, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 81%  

Precipitation 304 mm  

Rainy days 24 days  

Humidity 84% *  

Windspeed 11 km/h *  

Sunshine 251 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Sandakan, Malaysia (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Malaysia in January

Find out more about the weather in Malaysia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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