Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Sandakan, Malaysia, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (80°F). Highs can soar to 33°C (92°F), while lows may dip to 22°C (72°F). Typically, the humidity level in Sandakan throughout January hovers around 87%.
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In January, Sandakan averages 318 mm (12.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 25 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 48 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 6 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 9% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In January, 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.
| 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 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||