Climate of Sarawak, Malaysia
Area-weighted average across Sarawak. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Sarawak, a subdivision of Malaysia, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 24.9°C / 76.8°F in January to 26°C / 78.8°F in May, with rainfall from 212 mm / 8.3 in to 373 mm / 14.7 in depending on the season (3537 mm / 139.3 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.9°C76.8°F | 362 mm14.3″ | Tropical |
| February | 25.1°C77.2°F | 280 mm11″ | Tropical |
| March | 25.5°C77.9°F | 293 mm11.5″ | Tropical |
| April | 25.9°C78.6°F | 283 mm11.1″ | Tropical |
| May | 26°C78.8°F | 284 mm11.2″ | Tropical |
| June | 25.9°C78.6°F | 228 mm9″ | Tropical |
| July | 25.6°C78.1°F | 212 mm8.3″ | Tropical |
| August | 25.6°C78.1°F | 250 mm9.8″ | Tropical |
| September | 25.5°C77.9°F | 301 mm11.9″ | Tropical |
| October | 25.4°C77.7°F | 327 mm12.9″ | Tropical |
| November | 25.3°C77.5°F | 344 mm13.5″ | Tropical |
| December | 25.1°C77.2°F | 373 mm14.7″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Sarawak?
Sarawak, Malaysia does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is May at 26°C / 78.8°F, and the driest is July at 212 mm / 8.3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Sarawak?
Sarawak, Malaysia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 24.9°C / 76.8°F in January to 26°C / 78.8°F in May. Annual rainfall averages about 3537 mm / 139.3 in, with the wettest month being December (373 mm / 14.7 in) and the driest July (212 mm / 8.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Sarawak?
The hottest month in Sarawak is May, with an area-wide average temperature of 26°C / 78.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Sarawak?
The coldest month in Sarawak is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.9°C / 76.8°F.
When does it rain most in Sarawak?
The wettest month in Sarawak is December, averaging about 373 mm / 14.7 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 212 mm / 8.3 in.