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Sibu weather in August (Sarawak, Malaysia)

What kind of weather does August bring to Sibu? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

The typical weather for August in Sibu includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 33°C. At night, they generally drop to 24°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Sibu in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 200 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 19 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 177 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

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

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

 

Sibu, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 200 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
SunshineSunshine 177 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Malaysia in August

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

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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
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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