Tawau weather in August (Sabah, Malaysia)

Is August a good time to explore Tawau weather-wise? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In August, Tawau tends to experience very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 31°C, while nights can cool down to about 25°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Tawau in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 199 mm for the month. This month experiences about 18 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 217 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Tawau, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 199 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 217 hours  

Percentage 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.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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