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Sabah - Malaysia weather in May 2026

Malaysia

Sabah - Malaysia weather in May 2026

 

Day

32 °C

 

Night

24 °C

 

Sea

30 °C

 

Precipitation

188 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

14 days

in month

 

Daylight

12 hours

average

 

Sunshine

7 hours

average

 

Humidity

82 %

 

Day

32 °C

 

Night

24 °C

 

Sea

30 °C

 

Precipitation

188 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

14 days

in month

 

Daylight

12 hours

average

 

Sunshine

7 hours

average

 

Humidity

82 %

Overview: Sabah - Malaysia
In May in Sabah, the average air temperature ranges from 32 °C (89 °F) during the day to 24 °C (75 °F) at night. There are 14 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 188 mm (7.41 in).

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Weather overview

In May in Sabah, the average air temperature ranges from 32 °C (89 °F) during the day to 24 °C (75 °F) at night. There are 14 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 188 mm (7.41 in).

Are there good conditions to visit in May in Sabah?

In Sabah in May, there are ideal conditions for a vacation. The daily temperatures in this month reach pleasant 32 °C (89 °F). The seawater temperature reaches ideal 30 °C (85 °F). At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 24 °C (75 °F).

What is the temperature in Sabah during the day in May?

In Sabah in May, the average daily temperatures will be 32 °C (89 °F). The great temperature for lying by the sea or pool and sunbathing, everywhere else you will probably be a bit hot. Don't forget to drink during the day, in these temperatures you should hydrate yourself a lot.

What is the sea temperature in Sabah in May?

The temperature of the sea in Sabah in May is 30 °C (85 °F). This temperature is someone's dream come true, while for someone it may no longer be ideal for the purpose of refreshment.

What is the rainfall intensity in May in Sabah?

There is precipitation of 188 mm (7.41 in) in May in Sabah, which means 6 mm (0.25 in) rainfall per day on average.

How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in May in Sabah?

In May in Sabah, we can expect 14 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 3.3 days of the week, or in general - 47 % days.

What is the night temperature in May in Sabah?

The average night temperature in Sabah in May is 24 °C (75 °F). A very pleasant temperature for long evening walks, fun over a drink outside, or doing sports in the morning. If possible, look for a hotel with air conditioning.

How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in Sabah in May?

The length of daylight in Sabah in May is 12 hours.

How many hours of sun to expect in May in Sabah?

There is an average length of sunshine of 7 hours per day in May in Sabah.

Is May part of the wet season in Sabah?

No, there is no wet season in Sabah in May - you can expect 14 days of rain during the month.

Is it hot in May in Sabah?

In Sabah in May, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.

How humid is Sabah in May?

In Sabah in May, expect humidity around 82 %. This humidity is rather above average, but except for sensitive individuals, it should not be a problem.

Is Sabah rainier in May than in June?

No, in May in Sabah it does not rain more than in June.

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