Sabah – Borneo's rainforest
Orangutans swinging through the canopy of one of the oldest rainforests on earth, a night dive with turtles that outnumber the divers, and a mountain at the centre of it all that locals climb before dawn for the summit sunrise.
The best time to visit Sabah – Borneo's rainforest is Mar–Oct, when typical daytime highs reach about 30°C (86°F). Local time there is 00:29 (UTC+8).
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The year at a glance
March · high 29°C · rain 140mm · 12.1h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Kota Kinabalu, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
Ramadan falls around 7 February to 8 March in 2027. Daytime cafés and restaurants often keep shorter hours.
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C83°F | 279mm11.0in | 11.8h11.8h | |
| February | 29°C83°F | 91mm3.6in | 11.9h11.9h | |
| March | 29°C85°F | 140mm5.5in | 12.1h12.1h | in the recommended window |
| April | 30°C87°F | 123mm4.8in | 12.2h12.2h | in the recommended window |
| May | 31°C87°F | 190mm7.5in | 12.4h12.4h | in the recommended window |
| June | 30°C86°F | 203mm8.0in | 12.5h12.5h | in the recommended window |
| July | 30°C86°F | 208mm8.2in | 12.4h12.4h | in the recommended window |
| August | 30°C87°F | 210mm8.3in | 12.3h12.3h | in the recommended window |
| September | 30°C85°F | 348mm13.7in | 12.1h12.1h | in the recommended window |
| October | 29°C85°F | 359mm14.1in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| November | 29°C84°F | 271mm10.7in | 11.8h11.8h | |
| December | 29°C84°F | 287mm11.3in | 11.8h11.8h |
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When is the best time to visit Sabah – Borneo's rainforest?
The best time to visit Sabah – Borneo's rainforest is Mar–Oct, when typical daytime highs reach about 30°C (86°F).
How warm does Sabah – Borneo's rainforest get?
Typical daytime highs in Sabah – Borneo's rainforest are Mar–May 30°C (86°F), Jun–Aug 30°C (86°F), Sep–Nov 29°C (85°F), Dec–Feb 29°C (83°F).
Is Sabah – Borneo's rainforest expensive?
On the ground, Sabah – Borneo's rainforest is cheap.
What sort of trip is Sabah – Borneo's rainforest good for?
Sabah – Borneo's rainforest is good for adventure holidays, nature and scenery, bucket-list trips, beach and sun holidays.
How rainy is Sabah – Borneo's rainforest?
The wettest month in Sabah – Borneo's rainforest is October at 359mm (14.1in), the driest February at 91mm (3.6in), with a monthly average of 226mm (8.9in).
What plug do I need for Sabah – Borneo's rainforest?
Sabah – Borneo's rainforest uses type G sockets at 240 V.
