April · Malaysia
Best time to visit Sandakan in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sandakan in April
Average temperature 28°C, 135 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 84% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
4.7/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 135 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Sandakan scores 4.7/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 28°C, 135 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Sandakan fronts Borneo's east coast for Sepilok orangutans, Kinabatangan river safaris, and turtle islands. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
April in Sandakan — the hardest end of the year
April averages 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 84%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 135 mm — wet for this destination — but about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 4.7/10 here, 2nd of 12 months, against 5.1/10 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 mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Sandakan in April?
- In April, Sandakan averages 28°C, 135 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.7/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Sandakan?
- April earns a 4.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Sandakan in April?
- Expect about 135 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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