Climate Insights for Punang
Lawas, Sarawak, Malaysia
Climate Overview
The climate in Punang is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 2,573 mm of precipitation falls per year. Punang receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Punang sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Punang is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 101.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Punang receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Punang sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Punang 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 28°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 6°C between highs and lows.Punang has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 14°F range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 76°F and an average of 81°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Punang is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,573 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 214 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 284 mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 158 mm. That's 127 mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Punang is a very wet location, receiving approximately 101.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.4 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 11.2 in of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 6.2 in. That's 5 in less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Punang 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 February, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Punang is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Punang 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 Punang 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.