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Best Time for Sabah: Borneo's North

Last updated: 2026-09-20

Sweet spot: January, February, March. Computed from NASA POWER climate normals across the route's overnight towns, balancing temperature, rainfall and daylight.

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This is the reviewed mainland road window. Tropical rain, cloud, heat and landslides remain possible, and wildlife appearances are never guaranteed.
Wetter conditions can disrupt roads and outdoor visits. Check Malaysian weather, park and road advice for the exact dates and keep a flexible day.

Month	Low	High	Rain	Daylight
January	22.9°C	26.8°C	258 mm	11.7 h
February	22.5°C	27.0°C	147 mm	11.8 h
March	23.0°C	27.5°C	151 mm	12.0 h
April	23.9°C	28.3°C	141 mm	12.1 h
May	24.4°C	28.0°C	197 mm	12.3 h
June	24.1°C	27.5°C	240 mm	12.3 h
July	23.7°C	27.2°C	245 mm	12.3 h
August	23.7°C	27.4°C	229 mm	12.2 h
September	23.7°C	27.4°C	258 mm	12.0 h
October	23.7°C	27.2°C	325 mm	11.9 h
November	23.8°C	27.2°C	279 mm	11.7 h
December	23.6°C	27.1°C	300 mm	11.7 h

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