If you plan to visit Kota Kinabalu in April, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +31°C during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 19 rainy days in the month and around 117 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+23°C
Min.
+35°C
Max.
117 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
19 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kota Kinabalu has OK weather in April.
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Average temperature in Kota Kinabalu in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kota Kinabalu for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +33°C during the day to a minimum of +24°C during the night, the temperature in April averages around +32°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 11% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +30°C to +31°C.
Is Kota Kinabalu warm or cold in April?
Kota Kinabalu is typically hot in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +30°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +25°C to +25°C.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Kota Kinabalu:
Climate in Kota Kinabalu in April
Kota Kinabalu weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+30°C
+31°C
+31°C
Min. temperature
+21°C
+23°C
+24°C
Max. temperature
+34°C
+35°C
+36°C
Rainfall
88 mm
117 mm
183 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
82%
81%
81%
Air pressure
1009 HPa
1008 HPa
1008 HPa
Sunny days
1
0
0
Cloudy days
5
3
3
Rainy days
21
19
16
Snowy days
0
0
0
April weather is still as ok as in March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +30°C to +31°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 88 mm to 117 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 82% to 81%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 1 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 1 sunny days in March to 0 in April.
Wind speed in Kota Kinabalu in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Kota Kinabalu is gradually increasing during April, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Kota Kinabalu based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 77% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 83 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 14 mm, which is considered light rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Kota Kinabalu wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 74% chance of precipitation and 276 mm of rainfall per day. March, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 68% chance of precipitation and 88 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Kota Kinabalu?
This is the weather in Kota Kinabalu in April 2024:
1 April
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+30°C
2 April
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+31°C
3 April
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+31°C
4 April
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+30°C
5 April
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+32°C
6 April
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+31°C
7 April
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+32°C
8 April
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+31°C
9 April
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+31°C
10 April
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+31°C
11 April
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+32°C
12 April
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+32°C
13 April
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+32°C
14 April
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+32°C
15 April
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+33°C
16 April
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+31°C
17 April
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+31°C
18 April
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+33°C
19 April
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+32°C
20 April
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+32°C
21 April
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+33°C
22 April
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+33°C
23 April
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+32°C
24 April
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+33°C
25 April
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+32°C
26 April
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+32°C
27 April
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+32°C
28 April
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+33°C
29 April
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+33°C
30 April
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+31°C
In April 2024 Kota Kinabalu had 27 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +32°C, with an absolute maximum of +33°C and a minimum of +30°C. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 55%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 5 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years
This is how Kota Kinabalu climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Kota Kinabalu in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+29°C) and the highest in 2019 (+32°C). The driest year was 2002 with only 967 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2024 with 3187 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kota Kinabalu in April:
Is April a good time to visit Kota Kinabalu?
It’s always a good time to visit Kota Kinabalu, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Kota Kinabalu in April?
Absolutely, April is hot in Kota Kinabalu. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Kota Kinabalu rainy in April?
Kota Kinabalu is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Kota Kinabalu in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Kota Kinabalu in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Malaysia
Check out the weather for other cities in Malaysia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kota Kinabalu, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
