April · Malaysia
Best time to visit Kota Kinabalu in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kota Kinabalu in April
Average temperature 27°C, 211 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
4.6/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 211 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
April in Kota Kinabalu scores 4.6/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 211 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mount Kinabalu's granite massif rises behind Kota Kinabalu, with island-hopping and sunset-facing waterfront walks in town.
April in Kota Kinabalu — the hardest end of the year
April averages 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 82%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
211 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 4.6/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 5.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kota Kinabalu in April?
- In April, Kota Kinabalu averages 27°C, 211 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.6/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Kota Kinabalu?
- April earns a 4.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kota Kinabalu in April?
- Expect about 211 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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