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MalaysiaThe weather in May in Kota Kinabalu
It's hot in May in Kota Kinabalu with an average temperature of 34°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 26°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Kota Kinabalu. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May 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 37°C in 2023, Kota Kinabalu reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 21°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Kota Kinabalu is 30°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 202 mm of precipitation, spread over 20 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Kota Kinabalu
Click on any day in May 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.
May weather comparison
| Kota Kinabalu | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 34°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 35°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 202 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 20 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Kota Kinabalu with hot temps, averaging around 35°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 34°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Kota Kinabalu is around 34°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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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 May 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 May in Kota Kinabalu
Temperature in May in Kota Kinabalu over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May 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 May in Kota Kinabalu
Total precipitation in May in Kota Kinabalu over the years
Daily UV index in May in Kota Kinabalu
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May 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.