Climate Insights for Salang
Nabawan, Sabah, Malaysia
Climate Overview
The climate in Salang is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 2,997 mm of precipitation falls per year. Salang receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Salang sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Salang is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 73°F and approximately 118 in of precipitation falls per year. Salang receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Salang sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Salang has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Salang has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 74°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 66°F and an average of 73°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Salang is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,997 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 250 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 305 mm of rainfall. September and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 149 mm. That's 156 mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Salang is a very wet location, receiving approximately 118 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.8 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 12 in of rainfall. September and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 5.9 in. That's 6.1 in less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Salang is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Salang is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Salang 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 Salang 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.