Climate Insights for Kabuan
Keningau, Sabah, Malaysia
Climate Overview
The climate in Kabuan is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,555 mm of precipitation falls per year. Kabuan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kabuan sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Kabuan is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 61.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Kabuan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kabuan sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Kabuan sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 33°C. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Kabuan sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 70°F to 91°F. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 91°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 70°F and an average of 77°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Kabuan is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,555 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 130 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 168 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 94 mm. That's 75 mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Kabuan is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 61.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.1 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 6.6 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 3.7 in. That's 3 in less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Kabuan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 6km/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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Kabuan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 2mph, 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.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kabuan 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 Kabuan 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.