Climate Insights for Papar

Papar, Sabah, Malaysia

Hottest
May
29°C peak
Coldest
February
26°C low
Wettest
October
293mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Papar is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1978mm of precipitation falls per year. Papar receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Papar sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Feb Max: 27° Average: 27° Min: 26° Mar Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Apr Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° May Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jun Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jul Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Aug Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Sep Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Oct Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Nov Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Dec Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26°
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Papar 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 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°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: 148mm Feb Precipitation: 57mm Mar Precipitation: 42mm Apr Precipitation: 74mm May Precipitation: 159mm Jun Precipitation: 188mm Jul Precipitation: 187mm Aug Precipitation: 205mm Sep Precipitation: 200mm Oct Precipitation: 293mm Nov Precipitation: 197mm Dec Precipitation: 229mm
Precipitation

Papar is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1978mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 165mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 293mm of rainfall. December and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 42mm. That's 251mm less than October, 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.

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: 18km/h Feb Wind Speed: 20km/h Mar Wind Speed: 18km/h Apr Wind Speed: 15km/h May Wind Speed: 14km/h Jun Wind Speed: 14km/h Jul Wind Speed: 15km/h Aug Wind Speed: 16km/h Sep Wind Speed: 16km/h Oct Wind Speed: 17km/h Nov Wind Speed: 15km/h Dec Wind Speed: 16km/h
Wind Speed

Papar is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/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 20km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 14km/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 18km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 16km/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 Papar, which began on March 20, 2026. Papar 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 26°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 275mm for the season, averaging 92mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 27 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 579mm across the season with a monthly average of 193mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 690mm across the season with a monthly average of 230mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 434mm across the season with a monthly average of 145mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/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 Papar 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
28 °C
18 km/h
148 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
27 °C
20 km/h
57 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
26 °C
28 °C
18 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
29 °C
15 km/h
74 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
159 mm
0 cm
Jun
27 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
188 mm
0 cm
Jul
27 °C
29 °C
15 km/h
187 mm
0 cm
Aug
27 °C
29 °C
16 km/h
205 mm
0 cm
Sep
27 °C
29 °C
16 km/h
200 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
28 °C
17 km/h
293 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
28 °C
15 km/h
197 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
28 °C
16 km/h
229 mm
0 cm
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