March · Malaysia
Best time to visit Sandakan in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sandakan in March
Average temperature 27°C, 126 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
5.1/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 126 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
March in Sandakan scores 5.1/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 27°C, 126 mm of rain, and roughly 24 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.
March: the best month of the year in Sandakan
Days in March average 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 85% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
126 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Sandakan at 5.1/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
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.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Sandakan in March?
- In March, Sandakan averages 27°C, 126 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.1/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Sandakan?
- March earns a 5.1/10 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 March?
- Expect about 126 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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