Climate Insights for Kanowit

The climate in Kanowit is cold. The average annual temperature is 1°C and approximately 218mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Kanowit sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Snowfall occurs from June to December, with around 141cm accumulating over the season.

Kanowit has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 2°C range. June is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 2°C with a mean of 1°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 0°C and an average of 0°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.

Kanowit is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 218mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 18mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 33mm of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 6mm. That's 27mm less than September, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from June to December, with around 141cm accumulating over the season. October typically sees the most snow at around 33cm.

Kanowit is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, 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.

It is currently summer in Kanowit, which began on June 21, 2026. Kanowit sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in June at around 2°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 0°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kanowit 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.