Tawau weather in September (Sabah, Malaysia)

How is September weather typically in Tawau? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In September, Tawau tends to experience very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 31°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 25°C. Typical temperatures can be misleading; some days will be hotter. Prepare with light clothing and plenty of hydration to stay cool.

Precipitation

Tawau in September falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 197 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 18 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 199 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

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 September

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 197 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 199 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Malaysia in September

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

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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