Climate Insights for Bau

Bau, Sarawak, Malaysia

Hottest
July
32°C peak
Coldest
February
23°C low
Wettest
December
410mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Bau is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 3811mm of precipitation falls per year. Bau receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bau sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Feb Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Mar Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 24° Apr Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° May Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Jun Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Jul Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Aug Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Sep Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Oct Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 24° Nov Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 24° Dec Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 24°
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Average
Min

Bau has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 403mm Feb Precipitation: 408mm Mar Precipitation: 358mm Apr Precipitation: 310mm May Precipitation: 283mm Jun Precipitation: 225mm Jul Precipitation: 174mm Aug Precipitation: 250mm Sep Precipitation: 292mm Oct Precipitation: 340mm Nov Precipitation: 358mm Dec Precipitation: 410mm
Precipitation

Bau is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3811mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 318mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 410mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 174mm. That's 236mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 9km/h Feb Wind Speed: 10km/h Mar Wind Speed: 8km/h Apr Wind Speed: 7km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 7km/h Jul Wind Speed: 7km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 7km/h Oct Wind Speed: 8km/h Nov Wind Speed: 8km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Bau is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 9km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Bau, which began on March 20, 2026. Bau 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 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 23°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 951mm across the season with a monthly average of 317mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 649mm across the season with a monthly average of 216mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 24 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 989mm across the season with a monthly average of 330mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 23 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1221mm across the season with a monthly average of 407mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bau 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
23 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
403 mm
0 cm
Feb
23 °C
30 °C
10 km/h
408 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
31 °C
8 km/h
358 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
32 °C
7 km/h
310 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
32 °C
7 km/h
283 mm
0 cm
Jun
24 °C
32 °C
7 km/h
225 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
32 °C
7 km/h
174 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
32 °C
7 km/h
250 mm
0 cm
Sep
24 °C
32 °C
7 km/h
292 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
31 °C
8 km/h
340 mm
0 cm
Nov
24 °C
31 °C
8 km/h
358 mm
0 cm
Dec
24 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
410 mm
0 cm
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