Kota Kinabalu
January
Weather in Kota Kinabalu for January 2025
Your guide to Kota Kinabalu weather in January - trends and predictions
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Until now, January 2025 in Kota Kinabalu has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 27.9 °C (showing only a slight deviation of -0.4 °C).
The forecast for the next days in Kota Kinabalu predicts temperatures to be around 28 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Kota Kinabalu at the beginning of January is 28.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 27.3 °C by the end of January.
Kota Kinabalu experiences heavy rainfall in January, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 84.5 mm.
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Temperatures
Rain 🌧️
6
Dry days
25
Rainy days
0
Snow days
28°/25°
Temperatures
14 km/h
Avg max wind
78 %
Avg humidity
Kota Kinabalu in January average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  29° | 2 29° | 3 28° | 4  28° | 5 28° | ||
| 6 29° | 7 28° | 8 28° | 9 28° | 10 28° | 11 29° | 12 28° |
| 13 28° | 14 28° | 15 28° | 16 28° | 17 28° | 18 28° | 19 29° |
| 20 27° | 21   28° | 22 28° | 23 29° | 24 28° | 25 27° | 26 27° |
| 27 26° | 28 27° | 29 28° | 30 28° | 31 28° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Kota Kinabalu
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. | Light rain shower | 29° /25° | 2.5 mm | 6 | |
| 2 Jan. | Light rain shower | 29° /25° | 6.1 mm | 6 | |
| 3 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /25° | 7.7 mm | 6 | |
| 4 Jan. | Patchy light drizzle | 28° /25° | 1.7 mm | 6 | |
| 5 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /25° | 3.3 mm | 6 | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy light drizzle | 29° /25° | 3.8 mm | 6 | |
| 7 Jan. | Light rain shower | 28° /25° | 4.3 mm | 6 | |
| 8 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /25° | 1.3 mm | 6 | |
| 9 Jan. | Light rain shower | 28° /25° | 3.3 mm | 6 | |
| 10 Jan. | Patchy light drizzle | 28° /25° | 5.4 mm | 6 | |
| 11 Jan. | Patchy light rain | 29° /25° | 5.8 mm | 6 | |
| 12 Jan. | Light rain shower | 28° /25° | 13.8 mm | 6 | |
| 13 Jan. | Light rain shower | 28° /24° | 20.4 mm | 6 | |
| 14 Jan. | Light rain shower | 28° /24° | 7.7 mm | 6 | |
| 15 Jan. | Light rain shower | 28° /24° | 4.9 mm | 6 | |
| 16 Jan. | Patchy light drizzle | 28° /24° | 4.6 mm | 6 | |
| 17 Jan. | Light rain shower | 28° /24° | 5.2 mm | 6 | |
| 18 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /24° | 2.5 mm | 6 | |
| 19 Jan. | Light rain shower | 29° /24° | 2.1 mm | 6 | |
| 20 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /24° | 1.6 mm | 6 | |
| 21 Jan. | Moderate rain | 28° /25° | 5.9 mm | 2.3 | |
| 22 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /25° | 2.1 mm | 2.1 | |
| 23 Jan. | Moderate rain | 29° /25° | 5.2 mm | 2.5 | |
| 24 Jan. | Moderate rain | 28° /25° | 5.4 mm | 2.3 | |
| 25 Jan. | Moderate rain | 27° /24° | 14.8 mm | 2.7 | |
| 26 Jan. | Moderate rain | 27° /24° | 8 mm | 5 | |
| 27 Jan. | Moderate rain | 26° /23° | 12.1 mm | 5 | |
| 28 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /24° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 29 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /25° | 0.7 mm | 6 | |
| 30 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /25° | 0.7 mm | 6 | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /24° | 1 mm | 6 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Kota Kinabalu in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Kota Kinabalu forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Kota Kinabalu in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Kota Kinabalu during January?
During January, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 28° and lows near 25°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Kota Kinabalu during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Kota Kinabalu during January, with a total of 84.5 mm spread over approximately 25 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
What are the typical wind conditions in Kota Kinabalu during January?
The average wind speed in Kota Kinabalu during January is 14 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
January rainfall patterns in Kota Kinabalu
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UV exposure in Kota Kinabalu during January
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