Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (81°F). Highs can soar to 30°C (86°F), while lows may dip to 25°C (77°F). Typically, the humidity level in Kota Kinabalu throughout December hovers around 89%.
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In December, Kota Kinabalu averages 272 mm (10.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 28 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 46 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 39 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 6% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In December, the UV Index in Kota Kinabalu reaches a maximum of 12, 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 | 8 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||