Climate Insights for Gong Dato
Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Malaysia
Climate Overview
The climate in Gong Dato is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 2,968 mm of precipitation falls per year. Gong Dato receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gong Dato sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Gong Dato is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 116.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Gong Dato receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gong Dato sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Gong Dato has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 25°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows.Gong Dato has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 13°F range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 84°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 76°F and an average of 80°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Gong Dato is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,968 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 247 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 567 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 93 mm. That's 475 mm less than November, 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.Gong Dato is a very wet location, receiving approximately 116.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.7 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 22.3 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 3.7 in. That's 18.7 in less than November, 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
Gong Dato is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/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 10km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Gong Dato is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph 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 6mph in winter, 4mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gong Dato 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 Gong Dato 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.