Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (82°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (89°F), while lows may dip to 25°C (77°F). Typically, the humidity level in Kota Kinabalu throughout August hovers around 88%.
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In August, Kota Kinabalu averages 221 mm (8.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 18 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 17 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 16 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 14% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Kota Kinabalu reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 5 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||