Climate Insights for Dungun
Terengganu, Malaysia
Climate Overview
The climate in Dungun is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 2,613 mm of precipitation falls per year. Dungun receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Dungun sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Dungun is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 102.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Dungun receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Dungun sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Dungun has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 26°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.Dungun has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°F range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 78°F and an average of 79°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Dungun is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,613 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 218 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 532 mm of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 94 mm. That's 439 mm 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.Dungun is a very wet location, receiving approximately 102.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.6 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 20.9 in of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 3.7 in. That's 17.3 in 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.
Wind
Dungun is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 10km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 18km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Dungun is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 12mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 11mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Dungun 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 Dungun 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.