Climate Insights for Miri
Sarawak, Malaysia
Climate Overview
The climate in Miri is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 2,618 mm of precipitation falls per year. Miri receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Miri sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Miri is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 103.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Miri receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Miri sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Miri has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 26°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.Miri has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°F range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 78°F and an average of 80°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Miri is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,618 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 218 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 312 mm of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 115 mm. That's 197 mm less than December, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Miri is a very wet location, receiving approximately 103.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.6 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 12.3 in of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 4.5 in. That's 7.8 in less than December, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Miri is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/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 13km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Miri is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph 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 8mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Miri 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 Miri 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.