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Tawau Weather in August

Thinking of visiting Tawau in August? Expect very high temperatures reaching 31°C (88°F) during the day, dropping to 25°C (77°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.

Rainfall in Tawau in August

As part of the rainy season, Tawau sees around 18 days of rain in August, with an average of 199 mm (7.8 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.

Temperature in Tawau in August

If you're visiting Tawau in August, expect highs of 31°C (88°F) and overnight lows around 25°C (77°F). Indoor breaks or shaded spots can make the warmer part of the day much more comfortable. With lows around 25°C (77°F), the nights are warm enough that a sheet is usually all you need for bedding.

Sunshine in Tawau in August

The city usually sees around 217 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days despite it being the rainy season.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Tawau. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Tawau Temperature in August

Min Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Max Temperature
31°C (88°F)
Chance of Rain
59%
Precipitation
199 mm (7.8 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Sunshine
217 hours
Percentage Sunshine

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Best Places in Malaysia in August

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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).

What to Wear in Tawau in August

Warm temperatures in August 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! You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Tawau in August

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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