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MalaysiaThe weather in February in Kota Kinabalu
It's hot in February in Kota Kinabalu with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 25°C.
February is a good month to be in Kota Kinabalu for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in February for Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2016, Kota Kinabalu reached the highest temperature in February over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 20°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Kota Kinabalu is 27°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In February, there is an average of 98 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in February for Kota Kinabalu
Click on any day in February to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kota Kinabalu. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
February weather comparison
| Kota Kinabalu | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 6°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 10°C |
| Min. temperature | 24°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 98 mm | 82 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 11 days |
Start of February
The month of February starts in Kota Kinabalu with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 25°C.
Mid February
By mid-February, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 25°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of February
By the end of February, the average daytime temperature in Kota Kinabalu is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in February in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in February in Kota Kinabalu
Temperature in February in Kota Kinabalu over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in February in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in February in Kota Kinabalu
Total precipitation in February in Kota Kinabalu over the years
Daily UV index in February in Kota Kinabalu
This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in Kota Kinabalu, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Kota Kinabalu by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kota Kinabalu. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.