August Weather in Sandakan

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Sandakan, Malaysia, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (82°F). Highs can soar to 35°C (95°F), while lows may dip to 23°C (73°F). Typically, the humidity level in Sandakan throughout August hovers around 82%.

23°C (73°F)

Minimum temperature

28°C (82°F)

Average temperature

35°C (95°F)

Maximum temperature

82%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Sandakan averages 264 mm (10.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 27 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 17 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 42 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 16% probability of sunny days during this period.

264 mm (10.4 inches)

Precipitation

27 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 42 minutes

Sunshine hours

16%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Sandakan 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.

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 3 6 10 13 14 13 10 6 3 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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