If you plan to visit Kota Kinabalu in August, 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 18 rainy days in the month and around 184 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.
184 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kota Kinabalu has OK weather in August.
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Average temperature in Kota Kinabalu in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kota Kinabalu for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +34°C during the day to a minimum of +24°C during the night, the temperature in August averages around +32°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +33°C to +33°C.
Is Kota Kinabalu warm or cold in August?
Kota Kinabalu is typically hot in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +31°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.
August is one of the warmest months in Kota Kinabalu, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Kota Kinabalu in August
Kota Kinabalu weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+31°C
+31°C
+31°C
Min. temperature
+23°C
+23°C
+22°C
Max. temperature
+35°C
+35°C
+34°C
Rainfall
173 mm
184 mm
188 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
79%
79%
81%
Air pressure
1008 HPa
1009 HPa
1009 HPa
Sunny days
1
0
0
Cloudy days
6
6
3
Rainy days
19
18
20
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as ok as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +31°C for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 173 mm to 184 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 79%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 1 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 1 sunny days in July to 0 in August.
September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Kota Kinabalu in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Kota Kinabalu is gradually increasing during August, going from 1 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Kota Kinabalu based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 71% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 169 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 50 mm, which is considered heavy rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 22 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how August 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 August in Kota Kinabalu?
This is the weather in Kota Kinabalu in August 2024:
1 August
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+33°C
2 August
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+34°C
3 August
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+31°C
4 August
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+33°C
5 August
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+33°C
6 August
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+33°C
7 August
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+32°C
8 August
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+34°C
9 August
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+33°C
10 August
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+33°C
11 August
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+33°C
12 August
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+32°C
13 August
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+31°C
14 August
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+32°C
15 August
🌧️
+32°C
16 August
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+29°C
17 August
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+31°C
18 August
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+30°C
19 August
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+32°C
20 August
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+31°C
21 August
🌧️
+30°C
22 August
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+32°C
23 August
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+33°C
24 August
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+31°C
25 August
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+31°C
26 August
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+32°C
27 August
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+31°C
28 August
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+32°C
29 August
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+32°C
30 August
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+33°C
31 August
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+33°C
In August 2024 Kota Kinabalu had 24 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +32°C, with an absolute maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +29°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 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Kota Kinabalu climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Kota Kinabalu in August 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 August:
Is August a good time to visit Kota Kinabalu?
It’s always a good time to visit Kota Kinabalu, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Kota Kinabalu in August?
Absolutely, August 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 August?
Kota Kinabalu is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Kota Kinabalu in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Kota Kinabalu in August, 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.
