January weather forecast
Tawau, Malaysia

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Weather in January

As the new year begins in Tawau, Malaysia, hot and humid weather conditions set in, comparable to the preceding month of December. High temperatures of up to 31.6°C (88.9°F) and low temperatures of 22.4°C (72.3°F) ensure a continued tropical climate. Rainfall prevails, ensuing a wet start to the year due to consistent precipitation from weather fronts moving off the sea. Sunshine hours do struggle to clock past halfway during daytime, setting a precedent for the coming month. Swimmers and sea-lovers can still take advantage of the warm sea temperatures.

Temperature

The high-temperature average in January for Tawau is a still tropical 31.6°C (88.9°F), staying closely aligned with December's conditions. Tawau's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 22.4°C (72.3°F) during the nights of January.

Rainfall

In Tawau, Malaysia, in January, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 138mm (5.43") of accumulated precipitation. In Tawau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146 days and collects up to 1763mm (69.41") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January and February, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Tawau.
Note: Water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as very warm, ensuring all water activities are pleasurable for extended periods without feeling uneasy.

Daylight

In Tawau, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 6:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 6:19 pm +08.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is January in Tawau?

The high-temperature, in January, in Tawau, is 31.6°C (88.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 22.4°C (72.3°F).

How much does it rain in Tawau in January?

In Tawau, Malaysia, during January, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 138mm (5.43") of precipitation.

What months are the sea coldest in Tawau?

The months with the coldest seawater in Tawau are January and February, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the sea water temperature in January in Tawau?

In Tawau, in January, the average water temperature is 28°C (82.4°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Tawau have in January?

In January, the average day length is 11h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Tawau?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 6:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tawau, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 6:19 pm +08.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Tawau?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Tawau, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Tawau?

The average sunshine duration in January in Tawau, Malaysia, is 5.9h.

Average temperature in January
Tawau, Malaysia

Average temperature in January - Tawau, Malaysia
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (32.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (31.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (22.3°C).

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Average rainfall in January
Tawau, Malaysia

Average rainfall in January - Tawau, Malaysia
  • Average rainfall in January: 138.3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (207.3mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (89.8mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Tawau, Malaysia

Average rainfall days in January - Tawau, Malaysia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The months with the least rainy days are March and April (10 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Tawau, Malaysia

Average sea temperature in January - Tawau, Malaysia
  • Average sea temperature in January: 28°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are May and June (29.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (28°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Tawau, Malaysia

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Tawau, Malaysia
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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