Climate Insights for Ba'kelalan
Lawas, Sarawak, Malaysia
Climate Overview
The climate in Ba'kelalan is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 2,983 mm of precipitation falls per year. Ba'kelalan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ba'kelalan sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Ba'kelalan is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 117.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Ba'kelalan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ba'kelalan sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Ba'kelalan sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 28°C. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Ba'kelalan sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 63°F to 82°F. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 63°F and an average of 71°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Ba'kelalan is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,983 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 249 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 290 mm of rainfall. March and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 181 mm. That's 108 mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Ba'kelalan is a very wet location, receiving approximately 117.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.8 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 11.4 in of rainfall. March and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 7.1 in. That's 4.3 in less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Ba'kelalan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Ba'kelalan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 2mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ba'kelalan based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ba'kelalan based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.