Climate Insights for Bandar Nabawan

Nabawan, Sabah, Malaysia

Hottest
July
-15°C peak
Coldest
January
-32°C low
Wettest
December
33mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Bandar Nabawan is cold. The average annual temperature is -25°C and approximately 67mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Bandar Nabawan sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Snowfall occurs from June to December, with around 66cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-40° -35° -30° -25° -20° -15° -10° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -24° Average: -29° Min: -32° Feb Max: -21° Average: -25° Min: -28° Mar Max: -23° Average: -26° Min: -29° Apr Max: -24° Average: -26° Min: -29° May Max: -27° Average: -29° Min: -30° Jun Max: -25° Average: -27° Min: -29° Jul Max: -15° Average: -19° Min: -22° Aug Max: -19° Average: -24° Min: -30° Sep Max: -20° Average: -24° Min: -28° Oct Max: -23° Average: -26° Min: -28° Nov Max: -23° Average: -26° Min: -28° Dec Max: -23° Average: -24° Min: -26°
Max
Average
Min

Bandar Nabawan sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -32°C to -15°C. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at -15°C with a mean of -19°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -32°C and an average temperature of -29°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between June and July, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 1mm Snow: 1mm Apr Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 2mm Snow: 2mm Jul Precipitation: 3mm Snow: 3mm Aug Precipitation: 1mm Snow: 1mm Sep Precipitation: 2mm Snow: 2mm Oct Precipitation: 6mm Snow: 6mm Nov Precipitation: 19mm Snow: 19mm Dec Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 33mm
Precipitation
Snow

Bandar Nabawan is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 67mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 33mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 33mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from June to December, with around 66cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 33cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 5km/h Feb Wind Speed: 5km/h Mar Wind Speed: 5km/h Apr Wind Speed: 7km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 6km/h Sep Wind Speed: 8km/h Oct Wind Speed: 7km/h Nov Wind Speed: 8km/h Dec Wind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed

Bandar Nabawan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 8km/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 speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

16 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Bandar Nabawan, which began on June 21, 2026. Bandar Nabawan sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in July at around -15°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -32°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -30 to -23°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 1mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from -30 to -15°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 6mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -28 to -20°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 27mm for the entire season. Expect around 27cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -32 to -21°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 33mm for the entire season. Expect around 33cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bandar Nabawan 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-32 °C
-24 °C
5 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
-28 °C
-21 °C
5 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Mar
-29 °C
-23 °C
5 km/h
1 mm
1 cm
Apr
-29 °C
-24 °C
7 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
May
-30 °C
-27 °C
4 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jun
-29 °C
-25 °C
3 km/h
2 mm
2 cm
Jul
-22 °C
-15 °C
8 km/h
3 mm
3 cm
Aug
-30 °C
-19 °C
6 km/h
1 mm
1 cm
Sep Current
-28 °C
-20 °C
8 km/h
2 mm
2 cm
Oct
-28 °C
-23 °C
7 km/h
6 mm
6 cm
Nov
-28 °C
-23 °C
8 km/h
19 mm
19 cm
Dec
-26 °C
-23 °C
7 km/h
33 mm
33 cm
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