February Weather in Kota Kinabalu

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, during February is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (80°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (85°F), while lows may dip to 24°C (75°F). Typically, the humidity level in Kota Kinabalu throughout February hovers around 89%.

24°C (75°F)

Minimum temperature

27°C (80°F)

Average temperature

29°C (85°F)

Maximum temperature

89%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In February, Kota Kinabalu averages 108 mm (4.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 16 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 55 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 18 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 20% probability of sunny days during this period.

108 mm (4.2 inches)

Precipitation

16 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 18 minutes

Sunshine hours

20%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In February, the UV Index in Kota Kinabalu reaches a maximum of 15, 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.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
UVI 1 2 5 9 13 15 15 12 8 4 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

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