Malaysia Kota Kinabalu Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Kota Kinabalu is very-high
February is very-high for Kota Kinabalu.
Lunar New Year peak. Drier than January.
Travel score
Kota Kinabalu February Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
24°C
Rainy Days
9
130mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
high
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
28°C
swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
10 μg/m³
PM10
20 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
35°C
Nighttime
25°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Drier than January
- Lunar New Year peak
Cons
- Lunar New Year hotels surge
February Events & Festivals
- Lunar New Year
- Valentine's
Kota Kinabalu in February — Full Picture
Lunar New Year peak. Drier than January.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Tropical light.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
31.7°C
24.7°C
8/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
31°C
24°C
9.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
31°C
24°C
13.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current30.3°C
24°C
11.3/mo
Kota Kinabalu Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30° | 24° | 13d·180mm | 6h | 82% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| February (Best) | 31° | 24° | 9d·130mm | 7h | 80% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 31° | 24° | 7d·90mm | 8h | 78% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| April (Best) | 32° | 25° | 8d·100mm | 8h | 80% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| May (Best) | 32° | 25° | 9d·130mm | 8h | 80% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 31° | 24° | 9d·130mm | 8h | 80% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| July (Best) | 31° | 24° | 9d·120mm | 8h | 80% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 31° | 24° | 10d·150mm | 7h | 80% | 10 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 31° | 24° | 12d·200mm | 7h | 82% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 24° | 14d·280mm | 6h | 84% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 24° | 14d·280mm | 6h | 84% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 30° | 24° | 12d·200mm | 6h | 82% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
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Kota Kinabalu February Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Kota Kinabalu?
Kota Kinabalu in February is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Kota Kinabalu in February?
Kota Kinabalu February averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C.
Does it rain much in Kota Kinabalu in February?
Kota Kinabalu February averages 130mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Kota Kinabalu in February?
Tropical light.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Kota Kinabalu in February?
Kota Kinabalu February sunrise is 06:35 and sunset is 18:30, with 11h 55min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Kota Kinabalu in February?
Kota Kinabalu February air quality (AQI) averages 32, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 10μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Kota Kinabalu in February?
In February, Kota Kinabalu is great for Tunku Abdul Rahman, Mt Kinabalu, Mari Mari.
Is February peak season in Kota Kinabalu?
Kota Kinabalu February crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.