Climate Insights for Ranau

The climate in Ranau is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 2128mm of precipitation falls per year. Ranau receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ranau sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Ranau sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 31°C. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Ranau is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2128mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 177mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 255mm of rainfall. October and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 86mm. That's 169mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Ranau is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/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 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently summer in Ranau, which began on June 21, 2026. Ranau sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in April at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 19°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

The best time to visit Ranau is during February and March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 88mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 31°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 19°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ranau 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.