Sandakan

Sandakan is a prominent city in the Sabah region of Malaysia, with a sizeable population that drives demand for detailed weather data.

The climate in Sandakan is tropical rainforest, with warm temperatures and substantial rainfall in every month of the year. Daytime highs typically reach 31–33°C, nighttime lows rarely drop below 23°C, and humidity stays high. Afternoon thunderstorms are a near-daily occurrence.

Rain is a regular part of life in Sandakan during the wet season. Locals often plan their errands around the midday lull, when skies are clearest. Typhoon remnants occasionally reach the region, bringing heavier and longer rainfall events.

The most comfortable time to visit Sandakan is typically between November and February, when temperatures are slightly cooler, humidity is lower and rain is less frequent.

Sandakan lies near sea level, so coastal breezes and ocean-moderated temperatures play an important role in day-to-day weather.

Check our current conditions, hourly forecast and weekly outlook above for the latest weather in Sandakan. Forecasts are refreshed throughout the day so you always see the freshest data.