Climate Insights for Tungku
Lahad Datu, Sabah, Malaysia
Climate Overview
The climate in Tungku is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 2,002 mm of precipitation falls per year. Tungku receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tungku sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Tungku is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 78.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Tungku receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tungku sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Tungku has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°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 25°C and an average of 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.Tungku 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
Tungku is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,002 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 167 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 219 mm of rainfall. December and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 104 mm. That's 115 mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Tungku is a very wet location, receiving approximately 78.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.6 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 8.6 in of rainfall. December and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 4.1 in. That's 4.5 in less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Tungku 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 13km/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 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Tungku 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 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 5mph, 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.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Tungku 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 Tungku 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.