Climate Overview
The climate in Kota Samarahan is cold. The average annual temperature is 1°C and approximately 346mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Kota Samarahan sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Kota Samarahan experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Kota Samarahan has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 2°C range. December is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 2°C with a mean of 1°C. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 0°C and an average of 1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Kota Samarahan is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 346mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 29mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 33mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 18mm. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Kota Samarahan receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 280cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 33cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Kota Samarahan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 5km/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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.
Seasons
16 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Kota Samarahan, which began on June 21, 2026. Kota Samarahan sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in December at around 2°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in June near 0°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 0 to 1°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 88mm over the season and a monthly average of 29mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 0 to 1°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 77mm over the season and a monthly average of 26mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 0 to 1°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Expect around 87cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from 0 to 2°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 84mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Expect around 73cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kota Samarahan 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.
