Kota Kinabalu Weather in March
Malaysia · March climate averages and travel tips
Avg high29°C (85°F)
Avg low24°C (74°F)
Rainfall118 mm (4.6 in)
RatingPoor 3.9/10
Kota Kinabalu in March sees daytime temperatures around 29°C (85°F), dropping to about 24°C (74°F) at night. The month is moderately rainy, with about 118 mm (4.6 in) of rain spread over 16 days, one of the driest months of the year. Humidity averages 85%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 12 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is March a good time to visit Kota Kinabalu?
March is not the best time to visit Kota Kinabalu (3.9/10) mainly because of the rain. The weather is much better in February.
March weather at a glance
| Average high | 29°C (85°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 24°C (74°F) |
| Daily mean | 26°C (79°F) |
| Rainfall | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 16 |
| Humidity | 85% |
| Cloud cover | 73% |
| Daylight | 12 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 3.6 hours/day |
| Wind | 5.4 km/h |
| vs February | 1°C warmer than February, with similar rainfall. |
What to pack for Kota Kinabalu in March
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Kota Kinabalu weather in other months
Jan28°C / 24°C234 mmPoorFeb29°C / 23°C118 mmFairMar29°C / 24°C118 mmPoorApr30°C / 25°C142 mmPoorMay30°C / 25°C224 mmPoorJun29°C / 25°C260 mmPoorJul29°C / 24°C275 mmPoorAug29°C / 25°C255 mmPoorSep29°C / 24°C267 mmPoorOct29°C / 24°C316 mmPoorNov29°C / 25°C287 mmPoorDec29°C / 24°C281 mmPoor
← FebruaryBest time to visit Kota KinabaluApril →
Better weather in March nearby
- Dubai27°C · 17 mm · Excellent
- Abu Dhabi27°C · 14 mm · Excellent
- Kathmandu25°C · 24 mm · Excellent
- Pokhara25°C · 37 mm · Excellent
- Aqaba26°C · 6 mm · Excellent
- Baghdad25°C · 30 mm · Excellent
Nearby in March
- Bandar Seri Begawan29°C · 163 mm
- Puerto Princesa29°C · 40 mm
- Zamboanga29°C · 84 mm
- Budta32°C · 128 mm
- Malingao32°C · 128 mm
- Cebu City30°C · 84 mm
Where else is good in March? See where to go in March.