Lahad Datu

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

Being close to the equator, Lahad Datu experiences a tropical rainforest climate: very warm, very humid and rainy year-round. Daytime temperatures sit between 30°C and 33°C almost every day, and rain is a regular part of life — often in the form of short but heavy afternoon storms.

During the rainy season, Lahad Datu can see several centimetres of rain in a single afternoon. Storms often arrive late in the day and clear by evening, leaving humid but cooler conditions overnight.

Visitors looking for the best weather in Lahad Datu should aim for the November–February window, when the monsoon has passed and humidity drops noticeably.

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

For the most accurate up-to-the-minute weather in Lahad Datu, see the live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecast sections above.