May · Malaysia
Best time to visit Kota Kinabalu in MayWeather, crowds & prices
May score
4.3/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 395 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Sunny days
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Kota Kinabalu scores 4.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 395 mm of rain, and roughly 27 sunny days this month.
South China Sea sunsets under Kinabalu's massif shine through January-March.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kota Kinabalu in May?
- In May, Kota Kinabalu averages 28°C, 395 mm of rain, and about 27 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 4.3/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Kota Kinabalu?
- May earns a 4.3/10 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 May?
- Expect about 395 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 27 sunny days.
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