MalaysiaAverage weather for Sandakan in January
It's warm in January in Sandakan with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 26°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Sandakan with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 26°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 29°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Sandakan is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In January, there is an average of 318 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Sandakan in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
29°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
30°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
28°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
318 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
19 days | 12 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Sandakan?
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Sandakan. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2023, Sandakan reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 21°C to a highest value of 28°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Sandakan
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Sandakan, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Sandakan
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Sandakan, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 19 days of precipitation in Sandakan.
Daily UV index in January in Sandakan
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Sandakan, 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.
Temperature in January in Sandakan over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Sandakan, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Sandakan over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Sandakan, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Sandakan
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sandakan. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Sandakan by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sandakan. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
