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Tawau Weather in October

Tawau in October sees very high temperatures, with highs around 31°C (88°F) and overnight lows of 25°C (77°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 229 mm (9 in) of rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.

Rainfall in Tawau in October

As part of the rainy season, Tawau sees around 19 days of rain in October, with an average of 229 mm (9 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.

Temperature in Tawau in October

Tawau in October gets highs of 31°C (88°F) during the day and drops to 25°C (77°F) at night. Sunshine and humidity can make it feel even warmer than the raw temperature suggests. With overnight lows of 25°C (77°F), evenings and nights remain warm. Light clothing and an open window or fan can help you sleep comfortably.

Sunshine in Tawau in October

With approximately 195 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies during the day. Rain typically falls in the afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early parts of the day sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October 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 October

Min Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Max Temperature
31°C (88°F)
Chance of Rain
65%
Precipitation
229 mm (9 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Sunshine
195 hours
Percentage Sunshine

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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 October

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in October. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Tawau in October

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

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