City in Sabah, Malaysia
Sandakan weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Sandakan
Drier Mar–Oct; heavy rain and flooding on the Kinabatangan Nov–Feb. Wildlife viewing is good year-round, early mornings best.
Sandakan weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan27°380 mm
- Feb28°250 mm
- Mar28°208 mm
- Apr29°148 mm
- May29°156 mm
- Jun28°194 mm
- Jul28°216 mm
- Aug28°210 mm
- Sep28°230 mm
- Oct28°262 mm
- Nov28°273 mm
- Dec28°359 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C81°F | 26°C78°F | 380 mm | 87% | Very wet |
| February | 28°C82°F | 25°C78°F | 250 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| March | 28°C82°F | 26°C78°F | 208 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| April | 29°C84°F | 26°C80°F | 148 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| May | 29°C84°F | 27°C80°F | 156 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C83°F | 26°C80°F | 194 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| July | 28°C83°F | 26°C79°F | 216 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| August | 28°C83°F | 26°C79°F | 210 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| September | 28°C83°F | 26°C79°F | 230 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| October | 28°C83°F | 26°C79°F | 262 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| November | 28°C82°F | 26°C79°F | 273 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| December | 28°C82°F | 26°C79°F | 359 mm | 87% | Very wet |
Best months across Malaysia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Kuala Lumpur | Jan–Feb, Jun–Aug | Apr (31°C) |
| Penang | Dec–Mar | Mar (31°C) |
| Langkawi | Dec–Mar | Mar (32°C) |
| Malacca | Jan–Feb, Jun–Aug | Apr (30°C) |
| Kota Kinabalu | Feb–May | Apr (31°C) |
| Cameron Highlands | Mar–Jul | Mar (22°C) |
| Perhentian Islands | Apr–Aug | May (31°C) |
| Ipoh | Jan–Feb, Jun–Aug | Mar (31°C) |
| Johor Bahru | Feb–Mar, Jun–Aug | Apr (30°C) |
| Genting Highlands | Jan–Feb, Jun–Aug | Apr (29°C) |
| Kuching | Mar–Aug | May (30°C) |
| Tioman | Apr–Aug | May (27°C) |
| Redang | Apr–Aug | May (30°C) |
| Semporna | Apr–Sep | Apr (29°C) |
| Sandakan | Mar–Aug | May (29°C) |
| Taman Negara | Mar–Aug | Apr (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Sandakan?
Mar–Aug. Drier Mar–Oct; heavy rain and flooding on the Kinabatangan Nov–Feb. Wildlife viewing is good year-round, early mornings best.
When is the rainy season in Sandakan?
Rain peaks in January with about 380 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Mar.
What is the hottest month in Sandakan?
May, with average highs of 29°C (84°F).
How cold does Sandakan get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 25°C (78°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.