Climate Insights for Kuala Penyu

Kuala Penyu, Sabah, Malaysia

Hottest
May
32°C peak
Coldest
February
25°C low
Wettest
October
294mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Kuala Penyu is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 2302mm of precipitation falls per year. Kuala Penyu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kuala Penyu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 26° Feb Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25° Mar Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 26° Apr Max: 32° Average: 29° Min: 26° May Max: 32° Average: 29° Min: 27° Jun Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 26° Jul Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 26° Aug Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 26° Sep Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 26° Oct Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 26° Nov Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 26° Dec Max: 30° Average: 28° Min: 26°
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Kuala Penyu 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 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 182mm Feb Precipitation: 84mm Mar Precipitation: 91mm Apr Precipitation: 117mm May Precipitation: 200mm Jun Precipitation: 216mm Jul Precipitation: 202mm Aug Precipitation: 216mm Sep Precipitation: 212mm Oct Precipitation: 294mm Nov Precipitation: 236mm Dec Precipitation: 254mm
Precipitation

Kuala Penyu is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2302mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 192mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 294mm of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 84mm. That's 210mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 15km/h Feb Wind Speed: 17km/h Mar Wind Speed: 15km/h Apr Wind Speed: 13km/h May Wind Speed: 12km/h Jun Wind Speed: 12km/h Jul Wind Speed: 13km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 14km/h Oct Wind Speed: 14km/h Nov Wind Speed: 13km/h Dec Wind Speed: 14km/h
Wind Speed

Kuala Penyu 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 February, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/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 15km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Kuala Penyu, which began on March 20, 2026. Kuala Penyu sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in May at around 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 25°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 408mm across the season with a monthly average of 136mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 26 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 634mm across the season with a monthly average of 211mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 741mm across the season with a monthly average of 247mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 25 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 520mm across the season with a monthly average of 173mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kuala Penyu 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
26 °C
30 °C
15 km/h
182 mm
0 cm
Feb
25 °C
30 °C
17 km/h
84 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
26 °C
31 °C
15 km/h
91 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
32 °C
13 km/h
117 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
32 °C
12 km/h
200 mm
0 cm
Jun
26 °C
31 °C
12 km/h
216 mm
0 cm
Jul
26 °C
31 °C
13 km/h
202 mm
0 cm
Aug
26 °C
31 °C
14 km/h
216 mm
0 cm
Sep
26 °C
31 °C
14 km/h
212 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
31 °C
14 km/h
294 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
31 °C
13 km/h
236 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
30 °C
14 km/h
254 mm
0 cm
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