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Sandakan in July: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Sandakan in July and see if it is worth visiting.
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July

Weather in Sandakan in July 2026

OK Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
Sandakan in July usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +31°C and roughly 0 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 24 rainy days with an average precipitation of 232 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+23°C
Min.
+35°C
Max.
232 mm
Total precipitation
84%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
24 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Sandakan has OK weather in July.

Average temperature in Sandakan in July

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Sandakan for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in July is +32°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +35°C during the day and a minimum of +24°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 27% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +32°C to +35°C.

Is Sandakan warm or cold in July?

Sandakan is typically hot in July.

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.

Take a look at how July is compared to other months in Sandakan:

Climate in Sandakan in July

Sandakan weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+31°C+31°C+31°C
Min. temperature
+23°C+23°C+23°C
Max. temperature
+36°C+35°C+35°C
Rainfall
247 mm232 mm225 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
85%84%84%
Air pressure
1008 HPa1008 HPa1008 HPa
Sunny days
000
Cloudy days
111
Rainy days
232424
Snowy days
000

July weather is still as ok as in June. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +31°C for average maximum temperature during the day. As July arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 247 mm to 232 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 85% to 84%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 1 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.

August brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Sandakan in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Sandakan is gradually increasing during July, going from 1 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Sandakan based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in July stands at 81%, leading to total precipitation of around 416 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 166 mm, which is considered heavy rain. July is a pretty wet month with over 25 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how July is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Sandakan wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 94% chance of precipitation and 303 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 83% chance of precipitation and 163 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last July in Sandakan?

This is the weather in Sandakan in July 2024:
1 July
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+32°C
2 July
🌧️
+32°C
3 July
🌧️
+28°C
4 July
☀️
+28°C
5 July
☀️
+32°C
6 July
☀️
+33°C
7 July
☀️
+32°C
8 July
🌧️
+32°C
9 July
☀️
+29°C
10 July
☀️
+31°C
11 July
☀️
+33°C
12 July
🌧️
+32°C
13 July
🌧️
+32°C
14 July
☀️
+31°C
15 July
☀️
+33°C
16 July
☀️
+33°C
17 July
☀️
+33°C
18 July
☀️
+32°C
19 July
🌧️
+31°C
20 July
☀️
+33°C
21 July
☀️
+30°C
22 July
☀️
+32°C
23 July
☀️
+32°C
24 July
☀️
+33°C
25 July
☀️
+33°C
26 July
☀️
+34°C
27 July
☀️
+34°C
28 July
☀️
+33°C
29 July
☀️
+33°C
30 July
☀️
+34°C
31 July
☀️
+35°C
In July 2024 Sandakan had 25 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +32°C, with an absolute maximum of +35°C and a minimum of +28°C. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 49%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 5 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in July?

Climate Change over Years

This is how Sandakan climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Sandakan in July has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+29°C) and the highest in 2024 (+32°C). The driest year was 2005 with only 2099 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 4055 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Sandakan in July:

Is July a good time to visit Sandakan?

It’s always a good time to visit Sandakan, but the weather is changeable in July, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Sandakan in July?

Absolutely, July is hot in Sandakan. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Sandakan rainy in July?

Sandakan is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Sandakan in July?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Sandakan in July, 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.

Monthly weather in Sandakan

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Sandakan, 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.