Climate Insights for Bongawan

Papar, Sabah, Malaysia

Hottest
May
33°C peak
Coldest
February
24°C low
Wettest
October
276mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Bongawan is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 2458mm of precipitation falls per year. Bongawan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bongawan 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: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Feb Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Mar Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 25° Apr Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 25° May Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 25° Jun Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 25° Jul Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 25° Aug Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 25° Sep Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 25° Oct Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 25° Nov Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 25° Dec Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 25°
Max
Average
Min

Bongawan has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 231mm Feb Precipitation: 127mm Mar Precipitation: 137mm Apr Precipitation: 155mm May Precipitation: 229mm Jun Precipitation: 214mm Jul Precipitation: 182mm Aug Precipitation: 203mm Sep Precipitation: 194mm Oct Precipitation: 276mm Nov Precipitation: 249mm Dec Precipitation: 261mm
Precipitation

Bongawan is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2458mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 205mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 276mm of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 127mm. That's 148mm less than October, 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 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 11km/h Feb Wind Speed: 13km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 11km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 10km/h Sep Wind Speed: 11km/h Oct Wind Speed: 11km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Bongawan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Bongawan, which began on March 20, 2026. Bongawan sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in May at around 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 24°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 521mm across the season with a monthly average of 174mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 25 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 599mm across the season with a monthly average of 200mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 25 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 719mm across the season with a monthly average of 240mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 24 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 620mm across the season with a monthly average of 207mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/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 Bongawan 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
24 °C
31 °C
11 km/h
231 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
31 °C
13 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
25 °C
31 °C
12 km/h
137 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
32 °C
11 km/h
155 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
33 °C
9 km/h
229 mm
0 cm
Jun
25 °C
32 °C
9 km/h
214 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
32 °C
10 km/h
182 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
32 °C
10 km/h
203 mm
0 cm
Sep
25 °C
31 °C
11 km/h
194 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
31 °C
11 km/h
276 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
31 °C
10 km/h
249 mm
0 cm
Dec
25 °C
31 °C
10 km/h
261 mm
0 cm
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