Climate normals · 1970–2000
Lahad Datu Climate
Lahad Datu is a city in Malaysia (16) with a population of about 105,622. Its average annual temperature is 26.8°C (80°F), with roughly 1996 mm of rain per year.
26.8°C
Avg Temp
1996
Precip (mm/yr)
May
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
Lahad Datu Climate
Lahad Datu has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F) and receives about 1996 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is May and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
26.8°C
Avg Temp
1996
Precip (mm/yr)
May
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 26° / 79° | 243 mm |
| February | 26° / 79° | 198 mm |
| March | 27° / 80° | 163 mm |
| April | 27° / 81° | 136 mm |
| May | 27° / 81° | 142 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 129 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 126 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 151 mm |
| September | 27° / 81° | 139 mm |
| October | 27° / 80° | 163 mm |
| November | 27° / 80° | 180 mm |
| December | 26° / 80° | 226 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Lahad Datu
The most comfortable months to visit Lahad Datu are typically July, June and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is May (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 23°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Lahad Datu are typically July, June and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Lahad Datu, Malaysia has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C and about 1996 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is May and the coldest is January.
In May, the hottest month, daily highs in Lahad Datu average about 32°C (89°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.